Physician Assistant Jobs in Kentucky

Physician Assistant jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green and other Kentucky metros, with employers like University of Kentucky, Deaconess Health System, and AECOM hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles47+
Top employerUniversity of Kentucky
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Deaconess Health System
Acute Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Acute Care or Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Deaconess Health System
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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UofL Health
APRN/PA Pain Management Opportunity
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UofL Health
Added 5d ago
APRN/PA Pain Management Opportunity
UofL Health
Louisville, Kentucky
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Deaconess Health System
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Deaconess Health System
Added 6d ago
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Deaconess Health System
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Sound Physicians
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
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Sound Physicians
Added 1w ago
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Sound Physicians
Radcliff, Kentucky
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Added 2w ago
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Lexington, Kentucky
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Physician Assistant Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
11 jobs
Lexington
10 jobs
Bowling Green
4 jobs
Owensboro
4 jobs
Richmond
3 jobs
Bardstown
2 jobs
Henderson
2 jobs
Hopkinsville
2 jobs
Erlanger
1 jobs

Physician Assistant Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

  • University of Kentucky
    University of Kentucky13
  • Deaconess Health System
    Deaconess Health System8
  • AECOM
    AECOM5
  • Sound Physicians
    Sound Physicians4
  • Baptist Health System KY & IN
    Baptist Health System KY & IN3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services24
  • Education15
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Law & Legal Services3
  • Science & Research2

What Kentucky Employers Look For

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

  • Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA-accredited program
  • Current NCCPA certification (PANCE passage or maintenance of certification)
  • Active state PA license or eligibility for licensure in the hiring state
  • Two or more years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care or hospital roles

Physician Assistant Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many physician assistant jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 47+ physician assistant openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.

How much do physician assistants make in Kentucky?

Physician assistants in Kentucky earn a median of about $120,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,550 for the lowest 10% to over $161,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Kentucky cities have the most physician assistant jobs?

Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green have the most physician assistant openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire physician assistants in Kentucky?

Employers hiring physician assistants in Kentucky include University of Kentucky, Deaconess Health System, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote physician assistant jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 0% of physician assistant openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.

How do I apply for physician assistant jobs in Kentucky?

You can apply to physician assistant jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.

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