Compassionate Patient Care Assistant & Unit Coordinator

University Medical Center; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health in Louisville, KY, seeks a Clinical Assistant on the medical-surgical unit. Under RN direction, you will perform clerical duties, communicate professionally with staff, patients, families, and physicians, and provide basic patient care support.

Responsibilities include transcribing orders, chart management, vital signs, and basic procedures such as phlebotomy and EKG lead placement, with emphasis on patient safety and adherence to HIPAA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant or EMT program preferred.
• State-licensed nursing assistant credentials may be preferred depending on role.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and compute physician orders and messages accurately.
• Assemble and organize patient medical records and charts.
• Assist with admission/discharge processes and chart completeness.
• Communicate orders and information promptly to nursing staff.
• Conduct basic clinical tasks as directed (phlebotomy, EKG lead placement).

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Initiative

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clinical Assistant program (preferred)

Job description

UofL Health in Louisville, KY, seeks a Clinical Assistant on the medical-surgical unit. Under RN direction, you will perform clerical duties, communicate professionally with staff, patients, families, and physicians, and provide basic patient care support.

Responsibilities include transcribing orders, chart management, vital signs, and basic procedures such as phlebotomy and EKG lead placement, with emphasis on patient safety and adherence to HIPAA.