Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

UK King s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY is seeking a Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant to join our award-winning emergency medicine team. Enjoy increased night shift compensation , a full-time schedule of just 10 monthly 12-hour shifts , and the opportunity to work in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Emergency Department . Recently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Kentucky, King s Daughters offers excellent support, competitive pay, and outstanding work-life balance.

Position Profile

• 65,000 annual ED volume
• 86 treatment areas, 60 private rooms
• 72 hours of physician coverage daily; 12-hour shifts
• 48 hours of APP coverage daily; 12-hour shifts
• Daily APP coverage provided in the main ED
• EPIC EMR
• Stroke Center with 24-hour stroke team

Highlights of this Opportunity :

Qualified Candidates :

UK King s Daughters Medical Center, located in downtown Ashland, KY, is a 455-bed hospital offering comprehensive care across a wide range of specialties, including heart and vascular, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, stroke / neurology, and maternity services with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

In June 2025, the hospital opened a brand-new Emergency Department designed to maximize patient privacy, comfort, and safety. The state-of-the-art facility includes 86 treatment areas, 60 private rooms, four trauma bays, two CT scanners, a dedicated behavioral health unit, isolation rooms with decontamination showers, a STAT lab, and specialized EMS and first responder workspaces. A Provider-in-Triage service helps ensure timely care for patients with less critical needs.

Awards and recognition :

Located along the Ohio River, Ashland offers small-town charm with modern conveniences and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. The community features affordable housing, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation, from riverfront activities to hiking trails and city parks. Downtown Ashland is home to local restaurants, shops, and the Paramount Arts Center, while larger city amenities are just a short drive away in Huntington, WV, and Lexington, KY. With its low cost of living, cultural amenities, and central location, Ashland is a great place to live and work.