Rice Community Health

01/12/2026

Please help us welcome Paul Casper, Physician Assistant, to the Rice Community Hospital Emergency Department.

Paul is new to our team and we are really glad he is here. He brings a steady, thoughtful approach and is focused on helping patients feel informed and taken care of.

Our ER is open 24/7, right here in Lyons. If something happens in the middle of the night, on a weekend, or when you are not sure what to do next, you can come in. Our team is here around the clock.

01/06/2026

Our team is growing, and that’s good news for our community!

Help us welcome to Rice Community Health:
Lacey (Certified Nursing Aide)
Melissa (Cook)
Tommie (Certified Nursing Aide)
Paul (Emergency Room Physician Assistant)
Maddy (Certified Nursing Aide)

We’re proud to have you each here serving our patients and families every day.

01/05/2026

Located in the heartland of Kansas, Rice Community Health is a rural hospital system with multi-site facilities equipped to serve the full range of care needs for newborn, pediatric, teen, adult, and geriatric patients.

We are hiring for the roles listed in the graphic, and we offer strong benefits including 6 weeks of PTO for full time employees, paid maternity and paternity leave, plus health insurance and more.

Apply today: https://ricecommunityhealth.com/careers/

12/23/2025

Wind + dry ground can turn into a dust storm fast, and visibility can go from “fine” to “I can’t see anything” in seconds.

Kansas Highway Patrol shared this short video with safety tips on what to do if you encounter a dust storm on the road.

Drivers are urged to stay alert because strong winds can result in sudden periods of limited or zero visibility due to blowing dust and or smoke during burni...

12/22/2025

Putting off your mammogram? This is your sign.

We have open appointments this week, and women 40 and older do not need a doctor’s order. Get it checked off before the end of the year and start 2026 with one less thing on your list.

📞 Call now to schedule: (620) 257-7176

12/22/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours Reminder 🎄

With the holiday coming up, we want to remind our community that while our clinics and some departments will close early on Christmas Eve, our ER is always open—24/7.

12/14/2025

When your CFO shows up as Santa, you post it!

Thanks, The Medicine Shoppe - Hutchinson, for a fun community day and all the holiday smiles!

12/10/2025

If you want your work to matter, there is a place for you here. Rural health care can be challenging, but it is full of purpose, teamwork, and real relationships with the people you care for.

If that sounds like you or someone you know, we would love to hear from you. See our open positions and apply here: https://ricecommunityhealth.com/careers/

12/09/2025

We are excited to share that our own Dr. Jennifer Mettling, family medicine provider at Sterling Family Care, delivered her sweet baby boy at the Rice Community Hospital Family Birth Center.

Simeon made his arrival with the help of our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Stacy Dashiell, who had the privilege of delivering him. Moments like this remind us what a special place Rice Community Health is, where our coworkers, neighbors, friends, and families all come together.

Mom and baby are doing very well, and we are so happy for the entire Mettling family. Please join us in welcoming Simeon and congratulating Dr. Mettling and her family!

12/04/2025

Caring for moms and moms-to-be is one of the most meaningful parts of what we do. From your very first prenatal visit to postpartum support, our team is here to walk with you through every step of the journey.

If you are expecting or hoping to be, schedule your prenatal or well-woman visit with us. Healthy moms make healthy families, and we are honored to be part of your story.

At your local hospital, we’re more than caregivers—we’re your partners in every stage of motherhood. From your first pre-natal visit to postpartum checkups, our team is dedicated to keeping you and your baby healthy and supported. Schedule your pre-natal and well-mother visits today—because caring for you means caring for your family’s future.

12/01/2025

We’re excited to welcome two new Community Health Workers to Lyons Family Care and Sterling Family Care.

Both Autumn and Paige will be working right inside the clinics, meeting with patients and families face to face. Their job is to help people with the “life” side of health care, the things that don’t always fit neatly into an office visit.

They can:
- Help connect patients to local resources
- Talk through next steps after an appointment
- Help with things like transportation, food, or other basic needs
- Check in and offer support when life feels overwhelming

Most importantly, they’re here to listen and to walk alongside patients so they don’t feel like they’re trying to figure everything out on their own.

11/25/2025

Our Outpatient Rehab department is built on the belief that healing feels better close to home. Right here in Rice County, you have access to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy from a team of people who know you, care about you, and are committed to helping you feel like yourself again.

If you or a loved one needs therapy services, call us at (620) 257-7118 to schedule an appointment.