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 roles15
Top employerFast Pace Health
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring11
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Fast Pace Health
PRN - Clinical Tech. (Medical Assistant)
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PRN - Clinical Tech. (Medical Assistant)
Fast Pace Health
Mayfield, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Fast Pace Health
PRN - Clinical Tech. (Medical Assistant)
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PRN - Clinical Tech. (Medical Assistant)
Fast Pace Health
Paducah, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Norton Healthcare
Clinical Research Assistant, Norton Cancer Institute Research Operations St. Matthews Days
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Clinical Research Assistant, Norton Cancer Institute Research Operations St. Matthews Days
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Associate's degree
10,000+

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University of Kentucky
FWS Fall 2026, Neurology Clinical Research Assistant
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University of Kentucky
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FWS Fall 2026, Neurology Clinical Research Assistant
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$12 - $20/hr
10,000+

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Lexington Clinic
Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4427) DERMATOLOGY LCSB
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Clinical Assistant Scribe Specialty Derm (4427) DERMATOLOGY LCSB
Lexington Clinic
Lexington, Kentucky
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Clinical Assistant Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
4 jobs
Edgewood
2 jobs
Murray
1 job
Paducah
1 job
Mayfield
1 job
Frankfort
1 job
Henderson
1 job
Owensboro
1 job
Louisville
1 job

Clinical Assistant Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

Fast Pace Health
Fast Pace Health3 open roles
Lexington Clinic
Lexington Clinic2 open roles
University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky2 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 University of Kentucky, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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, Edgewood, and Murray 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 33% of clinical assistant openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 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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