University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Studies Program

University of Kentucky Physician Assistant Studies Program Physician assistants are health professionals who practice medicine as members of a team with their

Graduates of the Physician Assistant Studies program are awarded a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies after completing the 29-month curriculum. Graduates are eligible to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination and upon successful completion, are then eligible for state certification/licensure to practice as a certified Physician Assistant. The Physician Assistant Studies Program at UK was initiated in 1973 and is one of two physician assistant programs in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. It is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assitant (ARC-PA), which is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). In 1996, the program was extended to include instruction at Morehead State University. Now, 10 dedicated faculty members, two based at Morehead State University, and eight based in Lexington, provide instruction. Each year, 40 students are admitted to the Lexington campus, and 16 to the Morehead State site. The PA program also offers international opportunities for its students including some who choose to to their clerkship rotations in various countries including Kenya, Swaziland and England. There are also other opportunities within the college to travel internationally on short term trips to Ecuador and Mexico, with other partnerships developing as well. Join us through LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=4951938&trk=anet_ug_hm.

Morehead Campus Open House today! We loved meeting the interested applicants!
03/13/2026

Morehead Campus Open House today! We loved meeting the interested applicants!

Dear Program Director, Please forward the attached information about our Emergency Medicine PA Residency Program to your...
03/12/2026

Dear Program Director,

Please forward the attached information about our Emergency Medicine PA Residency Program to your current students, recent graduates, and others who may be interested.

Application cycle #1

Deadline to apply for application cycle #1 is April 1, 2026.

Interviews will be held April 21, 2026, and applicants will be notified of their status soon after.

Start Date: June 1, 2026, but we can adjust the start date to an earlier or later date depending on the applicant’s school graduation.

Application cycle #2

Deadline to apply for application cycle #2 is August 1, 2026.

Interviews will be held in September-October 2026, and applicants will be notified of their status soon after.

Start Date: January 1, 2027, but we can adjust the start date to an earlier or later date depending on the applicant’s school graduation.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Fred Wu, PhD, PA-C
Program Director, Emergency Medicine PA Residency
Lead APP, Department of Emergency Medicine
UCSF Fresno
Frederick.Wu@ucsf.edu

03/11/2026

Join your APP colleagues for an engaging, evidence-based virtual conference focused on bridging inpatient and outpatient pediatric care on April 24, 2026.

Bridging the Gap: Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment of Pediatric Conditions will explore practical strategies to optimize clinical decision-making, enhance care coordination, and improve outcomes for pediatric patients.

Topics will include Mental Health and Gun Safety, Autism, Sleep Apnea, Dysautonomia, Gastrostomy Tube Management, Traumatic Brain Injuries, and Central Line Management.

Physicians are encouraged to share with their APP colleagues!

April 24, 2026 | 8 AM–4 PM
CE available for APPs

Register now and secure your spot: https://gcmd.pulse.ly/ryhzurdrrr

Hosted by Cincinnati Children's

03/10/2026
Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerEugene, OR/Corvallis, ORCurrently seeking an Psychiatry Physician Assis...
03/05/2026

Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
Eugene, OR/Corvallis, OR
Currently seeking an Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner for an opportunity in Eugene, OR. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified and may be a new graduate with mental health experience.
Responsibilities of the Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Work for an growing mental health department.
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Focused on inpatient and outpatient treatment plans, follow ups, and complaints.
Requirements of the Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
• NCCPA certified
• Active Physician Assistant license
• Experience as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner welcomed
• Hold DEA license
Compensation and Benefits of the Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Salary range of 115-130,000
• 401k with match
• PTO and Holidays off
• LTD
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage
• Full benefits and competitive compensation.
Schedule of Psychiatry Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule Monday thru Friday
• 8 hour workday
• No call
• No weekends

If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerJacksonville, NCCurrently seeking a Pain Medicine Physician Assist...
03/05/2026

Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Jacksonville, NC

Currently seeking a Pain Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner for an opportunity in the Jacksonville area. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified and may be a new graduate.

Responsibilities of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Work for an growing pain management practice.
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Focused on inpatient and outpatient treatment plans, follow ups, and complaints.
• Small office procedures, trigger point injections
Requirements of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
• NCCPA certified
• Active Physician Assistant license
• New graduates welcomed, Experience as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner welcomed
• Hold DEA license
Compensation and Benefits of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule Monday thru Friday
• Volume about 20 patients per day
• No call or weekends
• Full benefits and bonus structure included.

If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at Joel@PA-solutions.com or call at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Orthopedic Physician AssistantHouston, TXCurrently seeking an orthopedic Physician Assistant for an opportunity in the H...
03/05/2026

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

Houston, TX

Currently seeking an orthopedic Physician Assistant for an opportunity in the Houston area. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified and have prior orthopedic experience. Clinic alone role.
Responsibilities of the Orthopedic Physician Assistant
• Work for an growing general orthopedic practice.
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Focused on outpatient treatment plans, follow ups, and complaints.
• Small office procedures, clinic roles
Requirements of the Orthopedic Physician Assistant
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program
• NCCPA certified
• Master Degree
• Active Physician Assistant License
• Active Certification and Licensed
• Experience as a Physician Assistant
• Hold DEA license
Schedule of Orthopedic Physician Assistant
• Schedule Monday thru Friday
o 8 hour workday
o No weekends
o No call
Compensation and Benefits of the Orthopedic Physician Assistant
• Salary range of 130-160,000
• 401k with match
• PTO and Holidays off
• LTD
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage
• Full benefits and competitive compensation.
If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Family Medicine Physician AssistantElizabeth City, NCCurrently seeking a Family Medicine Physician Assistant for a uniqu...
03/05/2026

Family Medicine Physician Assistant

Elizabeth City, NC

Currently seeking a Family Medicine Physician Assistant for a unique opportunity in the Elizabeth City area. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified. Focused on Health, Wellness, and Preventative Medicine.

Responsibilities of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant
• Work for a well established health & wellness practice
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Clinic volume about 15 patients per day
• 30 minutes per patient visit
Requirements of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program
• NCCPA certified
• Active Physician Assistant license
• Experience as a Physician Assistant welcomed
Compensation and Benefits of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant
• Monday thru Friday schedule
• No weekends
• 120,000+ annual salary
• Focused on work like balance
• Full benefits and competitive compensation.
If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C call at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerEugene, ORCurrently seeking an Family Medicine Physician Assistant...
03/05/2026

Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Eugene, OR

Currently seeking an Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner for a unique opportunity in the Eugene area. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified. New Grads Welcomed

Responsibilities of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Work for a well established family practice
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Clinic volume about 16 patients per day
Requirements of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
o Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
o NCCPA certified
o Master Degree
o Active Physician Assistant License
o Active Certification as an Adult NP and Licensed
o Experience as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
o Hold DEA license
Schedule of Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
o Schedule Monday thru Thursday
o 8 hour workday
o One weekend every 8th week
o No call
Compensation and Benefits of the Family Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
o Salary range of 130,000-135,000
o Four day workweek
o 401k with match
o PTO and Holidays off
o LTD
o Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerLeonardtown, MDCurrently seeking an Pain Management Physician Assi...
03/05/2026

Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
Leonardtown, MD

Currently seeking an Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner for an opportunity in Leanoardtown, MD. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified and may be a new graduate.
Responsibilities of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Work for an growing pain management practice.
• Responsibilities include clinic, follow up and established patients
• Focused on inpatient and outpatient treatment plans, follow ups, and complaints.
• Small office procedures, trigger point injections
Requirements of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant
• NCCPA certified
• Master Degree
• Active Physician Assistant License
• Experience as a Physician Assistant
• Hold DEA license
Schedule of Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule Monday thru Friday
• 8 hour workday
• No call, No weekends
Compensation and Benefits of the Pain Management Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Salary range of 120-130,000
• 401k with match
• PTO and Holidays off
• LTD
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage
• Bonus structure by productivity.
If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerUtica, NYCurrently seeking an Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Prac...
03/05/2026

Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Utica, NY

Currently seeking an Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, PA/NP for an opportunity in the Utica area. Interested candidates should be NCCPA certified and may be a new graduate.

Responsibilities of the Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Work for an growing cardiology practice.
• Responsibilities include, follow up and established patients
• Focused on outpatient treatment plans and follow ups.
• Interpret labs, EKG’s, and treat acute and chronic illness
Requirements of the Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
• NCCPA certified
• Active Physician Assistant license
• Experience as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner welcomed
• Hold DEA license
Schedule of Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
• Monday thru Friday
• 8 hour day
• 40 hour work week
• No call
• No weekends
Compensation and Benefits of the Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

• Salary range of 110,000-130,000
• PTO and Holidays off
• LTD
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage

If interested please visit www.physicianassistantsolutions.com or contact Joel Kutz PA-C at Joel@PA-solutions.com or call at 586-569-9776.

Physician Assistant Solutions is the top recruiting agency for hiring physician assistants (PAs). Explore career opportunities on our job board or learn more about our employer partnerships.

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900 S Limestone, Rm 205
Lexington, KY
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