Clinical Assistant Jobs in Kentucky

Clinical assistant jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities, with consistent demand from entry-level through experienced positions across the state. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the primary hiring centers, anchored by major employers such as Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health. The most in-demand specialties include primary care support, behavioral health assistance, and surgical preparation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerFast Pace Health
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring19
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Clinical Office Assistant
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Clinical Office Assistant
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
5,001-10,000

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Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator
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Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator
Kentucky Community and Technical College System
Paducah, Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
On-Site
51-200

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Clinical Office Assistant
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Clinical Office Assistant
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Edgewood, Kentucky
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
5,001-10,000

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Dental Clinical Assistant
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Dental Clinical Assistant
Dr. Maurice C. Zaepfel
Morehead, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$17 - $20/hr
On-Site
X-Ray Certification

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Clinical Assistant Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
3 jobs
Bowling Green
3 jobs
Paducah
2 jobs
Owensboro
2 jobs
Louisville
2 jobs
Lawrenceburg
2 jobs
Paris
1 job
Albany
1 job
Lebanon
1 job

Clinical Assistant Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Fast Pace Health8 open roles
Lexington Clinic2 open roles
Med Center Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical assistant jobs across Kentucky.

  • Active Kentucky clinical assistant registration or credential recognized by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
  • High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited clinical assistant training program
  • Proficiency in electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to perform clinical duties including vital signs, phlebotomy, and patient intake
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating care between patients, providers, and clinical staff

Clinical Assistant Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical assistant in Kentucky?

Most Kentucky employers require completing an accredited clinical or medical assistant program at a community college or vocational school, followed by a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Kentucky does not issue a separate state license for clinical assistants, but most healthcare employers expect credentialed candidates. Programs at institutions like Jefferson Community and Technical College or Bluegrass Community and Technical College are common starting points.

Which companies hire clinical assistants in Kentucky?

Companies currently hiring clinical assistants in Kentucky include Fast Pace Health, Lexington Clinic, and Med Center Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kentucky's large integrated health systems and rural critical-access hospitals together create a broad and steady hiring base across the state.

Which Kentucky cities have the most clinical assistant jobs?

Lexington, Bowling Green, and Paducah have the most clinical assistant openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because of its concentration of major hospital systems and outpatient networks, while Lexington is driven by UK HealthCare and affiliated clinics, and secondary markets reflect growth in regional medical centers and federally qualified health centers serving rural communities.

Are there remote clinical assistant jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical assistant work is primarily hands-on and requires physical presence with patients, so most positions are on-site by nature. About 0% of clinical assistant openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles tend to be administrative extensions of the clinical assistant role, such as prior authorization support or telehealth intake coordination.

How can I get hired as a clinical assistant in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a short-term clinical or medical assistant program at a Kentucky community college and applying for new-graduate or externship positions at large health systems. Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health both offer structured onboarding tracks for candidates without prior clinical experience. Lateral moves from roles like patient care technician, medical receptionist, or phlebotomist are also common entry points. Holding a CMA or RMA credential gives inexperienced candidates a measurable advantage over unredentialed applicants.

Where can I find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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