Your Opportunity
Appalachian Regional Healthcare invites a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our expanding specialty team at Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center. This role offers the chance to provide expert gastroenterology care in a growing, collaborative environment that values quality, innovation, and community impact.
You’ll practice within a large, integrated health system that supports your clinical expertise while fostering strong local relationships to improve digestive health outcomes throughout Eastern Kentucky and beyond.
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Key Responsibilities
-Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders including liver, pancreas, esophageal, and colorectal diseases
-Perform advanced endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy, EGD, and therapeutic interventions
-Work closely with primary care, surgery, oncology, and radiology teams to coordinate multidisciplinary patient care
-Participate in quality improvement initiatives and regional clinical collaborations
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Why ARH?
-Competitive compensation with RVU-based incentives and sign-on/relocation assistance
-Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, malpractice with tail coverage, (b), CME stipend and paid leave
-Student loan repayment and visa sponsorship (H-1B/J-1) available
-Practice support includes advanced EHR systems, experienced clinical staff, and a strong referral network
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Your Location: Life in Prestonsburg & Eastern Kentucky
Prestonsburg offers a peaceful, welcoming community with affordable living and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.
-Access to the scenic beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, including nearby parks and trails for hiking, fishing, and boating
-Affordable housing and low cost of living promote a balanced, comfortable lifestyle
-A community rich in Appalachian culture with local festivals, music, and crafts
-Family-friendly neighborhoods with good schools and access to higher education institutions
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About ARH
Appalachian Regional Healthcare is a not-for-profit system serving over , residents across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia. With 14 hospitals and over 80 clinics, ARH is the region’s largest healthcare provider and private employer. We are nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovative rural health programs.
Here, you’ll find a culture that values collaboration, integrity, and compassionate care — with the resources and community support to thrive professionally and personally.
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Candidate Profile
-Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology
-Experienced in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
-Committed to delivering patient-centered care in a rural and regional health setting
-Collaborative, adaptable, and aligned with ARH’s core values
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Next Steps
To learn more or apply, contact RaeAnna Charles at or visit ________________________________________