Physician Assistant (PA)

Bluegrass Community Health Center; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) plan with 6% company match

Paid time off

CME allowance

Paid CME time

Job summary

Bluegrass Community Health Center in Kentucky seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our interdisciplinary team delivering preventive and primary care across ages. You will lead and participate in team-based care, coordinating with physicians, nurses and support staff to improve health outcomes in our community.

The ideal candidate has a Kentucky PA license, DEA certification, and 2+ years of clinical experience, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills, plus proficiency

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current PA license in the state of Kentucky.
• Current DEA certification.
• 2+ years of clinical experience (preferred).
• Commitment to continuing medical education and licensure maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with EMRs and clinical technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across the lifespan.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Deliver care aligned with PCMH principles focusing on prevention.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and make referrals.
• Document in EMR and code encounters accurately.
• Lead daily care team huddles and mentor staff.
• Refer and coordinate care with specialists.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Education

Graduation from an accredited PA program

Kentucky PA license

DEA certification

2+ years clinical experience

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

About the Organization Bluegrass Community Health Center is dedicated to contributing to the lives of patients through the compassionate provision of comprehensive primary healthcare. BCHC was originally established in 2001, with a federal 330 health center grant to serve local farm workers. In 2007, additional grant funding awards allowed an expansion to serve the greater community, including low-income families, the homeless, the uninsured, and Medicaid and KCHIP recipients.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to excellence through diversity.

Position Physician Assistant (PA)

Category Healthcare

Rate of Pay

Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Current PA license in the state of Kentucky

• Current DEA certification

• 2+ years of clinical experience (preferred)

• Commitment to continued medical education and maintenance of licensure

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with EMRs and comfort using clinical technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience, ideally in a community health or primary care setting

• Bilingual

• Experience working in integrated care teams and/or FQHCs

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive preventive and primary care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. You will serve as both a clinical leader and active participant in team-based care delivery, helping BCHC improve health outcomes across our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care, including history taking, exams, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up

• Manage acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan

• Deliver care aligned with PCMH principles, focusing on prevention and wellness

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and make appropriate referrals

• Document thoroughly in the electronic medical record (EMR) system and accurately code encounters

• Lead daily care team huddles and support other clinical staff through mentorship and collaboration

• Refer and coordinate care with specialists and support services

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff development

• Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate care in support of BCHC’s mission

• Participate in on-call rotation (typically 1 week at a time, shared equally among providers)

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Medical and dental insurance

• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability

• 401(k) plan with 6% company match after 6 months

• Paid TIme Off

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid CME time

Position Requirements

Shift Rotating Days and Evenings

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Open Date 9/1/2026

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.