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Healthcare

The Clear Path for Medical Careers

Healthcare is booming in the Lynchburg region, led by the area’s largest employers, Centra Health, Collaborative Health, Johnson Health, and more. As the regional population ages, healthcare continues to grow. New, modern infrastructure like Centra Health’s Care Tower is being built to support the expanding industry — creating fresh job opportunities for new talent just like you.

The region offers clear pathways to rewarding careers as licensed practical nurses (LPNs), certified nursing assistants (CNAs), medical assistants, and health aides. Higher education programs throughout the region, like Centra College’s healthcare training, provide direct routes into the field. Centra College even guarantees employment interviews with Centra Health upon program completion.

100%

of Centra College Graduates Eligible for Employment Interview with Centra Health

Centra Health
16,437

Employed in Healthcare Industry in Lynchburg MSA

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Half-A-Million

Patients Receive Medical Services from Centra Health Throughout Central and Southern Virginia

Centra Health
Group of young medical students listening attentively to a lecture in a bright university classroom, taking notes and learning

In the Lynchburg region, you do not have to spend years in school to get started on your healthcare career. You can get certified fast and start working in entry-level medical fields in under two years.

Sample Starting Average Salaries:
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: $41,600

Patient Advocate: $41,823

Whether you want to work in doctors’ or dentist office, care for humans or pets for a living, or combine care with technical skills in a hospital setting, the Central Virginia Community College and Liberty University have several programs that’ll get you on your way. Check out the quick links below to get started.

 

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Training & Certification Programs

Healthcare Ecosystem

Healthcare Centers Around the Region

Healthcare centers, educators, training centers, and hospitals in Lynchburg, VA are broadening career pathways and creating opportunities that drive employment.

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Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
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Central Virginia Baptist Hospital
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Runk & Pratt at Liberty Ridge
Johnson Health Center
Collaborative Health Partners
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Take the Next Step

Ready to make a move? Here are three things you can do in the Lynchburg Region to get another step closer to your career goals.

Network

Worlds of Opportunity

Dedicated to maintaining Lynchburg’s talent pipeline, Worlds of Opportunity is an annual event allowing middle and high school students to connect with regional employers.

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Learn

Work-Based Learning

Want to earn while you learn? Here you’ll find opportunities for on-the-job training with some of the Lynchburg region’s biggest employers.

Learn at Work
Explore

Career Pathways

Discover established pathways to fulfilling careers in the Lynchburg region — whether you’d like to work in manufacturing, healthcare, or the trades.

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Have a Question? Contact Us!

Tori Gilmartin

Director of Talent & Workforce Development

(434) 845-5966

tgilmartin@lynchburgregion.org

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