Physician Assistant Jobs in Kentucky

A Physician Assistant (PA) is a key contributor in the advanced practitioner industry, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They obtain patient histories, conduct physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose illnesses, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and often assist in surgery. They work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and other types of health facilities. A PA may also carry out research, teaching, and administrative functions.

The role demands a high level of competence, necessitating skills in critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and a strong knowledge base in medical sciences. Essential certifications include a license from the state in which they practice, and certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant, individuals typically have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). This healthcare experience is often a prerequisite for admission into a PA program, which culminates in a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a related field.

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Advanced Practice Provider - NCMA Milton - Full-time

  • Milton, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Milton, KY
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Job Responsibilities: The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is to provide healthcare to patients with an emphasis on disease prevention, health promotion, health...

Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant with UofL Health, Louisville KY - 10k sign on bonus Join to apply for the Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant with UofL Health...

Physician Assistant

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Physician Assistant at a School- base site for a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our team at a School-...

Hospice - Advanced Practice Provider - Part-time

  • Edgewood, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Edgewood, KY
  • 4 days ago

Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Job Description: Part-time Hospice Advanced Practice Provider Join our growing, well-respected team with the full support of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, an...

Primary Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

  • Georgetown, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Georgetown, KY
  • 4 days ago

School-Based Nurse Practitioner for Scott County! Your Healing Mission Matters As a Family Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (APP) with Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown, Kentucky, you...

Qualifications Experience: Previous professional experience in cardiothoracic surgery preferred Licensure: Must hold or obtain a valid Physician Assistant license in Kentucky....

Advanced Practice Provider Cardiology

  • London, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • London, KY
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Responsibilities: Accurately assesses patient conditions and documents effectively to support charges and to communicate with other providers. Provides comprehensive patient...

Assistant or Associate Professor in Physician Assistant Studies

  • Lexington, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 11 days ago

, clinical and laboratory instruction as well as advising to students in the in Physician Assistant Studies program....

General Physician Assistant Job in Lexington, Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 days ago

Interested in this assignment? Or maybe you still haven't found what you're looking for? Contact one of our specialty-specific recruiters to get access to our vast network of open jobs - including...

65D Physician Assistant

  • Ashland, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 13 days ago

With physicians' time and resources getting stretched ever thinner, the Physician Assistant is being relied on more often to cover gaps that may arise at each level of treatment....

APRN and/or PA-C - Elizabethtown Emergency Physicians; PT and/or FT

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago

Job Description: *These job openings are for Elizabethtown Emergency Physicians; the location would be the Emergency Department for Baptist Health Hardin. All applications and resumes received...

Physician Assistant

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago

Baptist Health strives to cultivate a close-knit, positive and professional environment that encourages our employees to want to come to work every day. When you choose Baptist, you have an...

General Physician Assistant Job in Lexington, Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 days ago

Get in touch with a Weatherby consultant today to learn more about this and other opportunities available now. 7p - 7a night shift coverage with physician and swing APP support Average 10 admits...

Physician Assistant (3764) NEUROLOGY ORTHOPEDIC & NEUROSCIENCE C

  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 16 days ago

The PA must possess a Physician Assistant certification and current KY board licensure....

8-Hour 19:00 - 07:00 About the Facility: Facility Type: Float Pool About Locum Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs: This is a generalized description of locum PA job requirements....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for Physician Assistant Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvancedPractitioners research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Physician Assistants in Kentucky offer the following education background
Master's Degree
73.0%
Bachelor's Degree
14.5%
Doctorate Degree
8.4%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
High School or GED
0.8%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Physician Assistants in Kentucky
None
35.1%
Less than 1 year
29.7%
2-4 years
18.9%
1-2 years
16.2%


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