Endocrinology Physician

Your Opportunity

Appalachian Regional Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Endocrinologist to join our specialty team in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. This is a key opportunity to lead and grow endocrinology services in a high-need area, where your expertise will be valued and your impact felt immediately across the community.
With strong primary care and internal medicine support throughout the region, you'll step into a role with robust referral streams, flexible scheduling, and the backing of a stable, mission-focused healthcare system.
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Key Responsibilities

-Evaluate and manage a broad range of endocrine disorders including diabetes, thyroid disease, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and osteoporosis

-Perform and interpret thyroid ultrasounds and fine-needle aspiration biopsies (if applicable)

-Serve both outpatient and inpatient consultative needs (no primary hospitalist responsibilities)

-Collaborate with primary care, cardiology, surgery, and other specialties across the ARH network

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Why ARH?

-Competitive compensation: Guaranteed salary with wRVU incentives

-Full benefits package: Health, dental, vision, malpractice with tail, CME stipend + days, and PTO

-Student loan forgiveness and relocation assistance available

-H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship supported

-Integrated system support: Advanced diagnostics, EHR, and regional referral network to build your practice quickly

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Your Location: Life in Prestonsburg & the Big Sandy Valley

Known as “The Star City of Eastern Kentucky,” Prestonsburg offers small-town charm with access to arts, recreation, and affordable living.

-Natural beauty: Explore Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, lakes, trails, and rivers

-Community spirit: Friendly, welcoming residents and a deeply rooted culture of hospitality

-Affordable lifestyle: Low cost of living, accessible real estate, and short commute times

-Family-centered living: Excellent schools, low crime rates, and a supportive local environment

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About ARH

Appalachian Regional Healthcare is a not-for-profit system with 14 hospitals and 80+ outpatient centers across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia, serving over 400,000 residents. As the region’s largest employer and most comprehensive healthcare provider, ARH is committed to rural health, innovation, and collaboration.

Physicians at ARH are empowered to lead within their specialties while being part of a deeply connected team striving to improve the health of Appalachia.
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Candidate Profile

-Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Endocrinology

-Comfortable managing complex endocrine conditions in a rural outpatient/inpatient setting

-Motivated to build relationships and contribute meaningfully to community health

-Values collaboration, compassion, and purpose in practice
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Next Steps

To learn more or apply, contact the ARH Physician Recruitment Team at careers@arh.org or visit www.arhphysiciancareers.org.
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