Advance practice in newly designed, state-of--art ED

Overview

UK King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our emergency medicine team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to practice in a newly opened, state-of-the-art Emergency Department
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• 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

• Work/life balance with flexible schedule with 12 hour shifts & 10 shifts/month
• Best Place to work in Kentucky in 2024
• Generous $10K Signing Bonus
• NEW base hourly rate and night shift differential
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, CME, & a 401(k) with employer contribution

• Minimum of 1-2 years of ED experience as NP/PA

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 work spaces. A Provider-in-Triage service helps ensure timely care for patients with less critical needs.

• "Best Place to work in Kentucky for 2024"
• Women's Choice Award Best Hospitals, Emergency Care
• Women s Choice Award Best Hospitals, Patient Safety
• A Grade from Leapfrog Agency for Hospital Safety
• Best Places to Work - Modern Healthcare

Ashland, KY is the centerpiece of the metro triangle that borders the Ohio River and is the anchor for the tri-state area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia. The tri-state offers a variety of outdoor recreation, natural beauty, art, entertainment and cultural events. Huntington, WV, which is just 15 miles southeast of Ashland, recently earned the title of America s Best Community.

• Largest urban area of Eastern Kentucky, with a population of more than 300,000 people
• Vital center for healthcare, commerce, & banking
• Nearby district of Huntington has been revitalized with restaurants, cafes, & shopping, and offers some of the best public & private schools

Envision Physician Services is a dynamic physician- and clinician-led medical group that has been offering exceptional career opportunities for more than 60 years. With our national network of clinicians who are committed to delivering high-quality care, Envision Physician Services is nationally recognized for delivering clinical excellence supported by innovation, integration and exceptional leadership.

Candidates considering becoming a teammate at Envision Physician Services will find full-time, part-time and independent contractor opportunities available in a variety of community types, from rural and underserved communities to major metropolitan areas; practice settings, from small hospitals to academic health systems; and job levels, from entry level to senior management. Envision teammates also benefit from the following resources:

• Strong leadership at local, regional and national levels
• Exceptional quality of practice backed by comprehensive support services
• Optimal care teams with flexible and equitable scheduling options
• A-rated professional liability insurance
• Extensive variety of practice settings coast-to-coast
• Competitive compensation, including several benefit options
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring and career advancement
• Clinician mental health and well-being support
• Comprehensive education and training on leadership, management and clinical best practices, including a wide variety of CME programs
• Clinical and scientific research opportunities

* Benefits vary by division, clinical specialty and employment…