Patient Care Specialist & Unit Coordinator

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a dedicated unit-based patient care assistant to provide clinical support under RN supervision on the Mary and Elizabeth - UMC unit in Louisville. The role includes phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and helping with mobility, hygiene, and daily activities.

Responsibilities include processing physician orders, managing patient charts, and communicating effectively with physicians, patients, families, and co-workers while maintaining safety and HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT training program or nursing student with Fundamentals of Nursing course (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current CNA/CMA/EMT certification preferred; LPNs may apply.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and computes physician orders accurately.
• Assembles and maintains patient medical records.
• Sets up admission charts and processes discharge/transfer charts.
• Performs phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and basic respiratory tasks.
• Collects specimens and performs point-of-care testing.
• Documents vital signs, intake/output, and mobility needs.
• Ensures HIPAA and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Service excellence

Organization

Flexibility

Critical thinking

Interpersonal

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clinical Assistant / Medical Assistant / EMT training

Nursing Student (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a dedicated unit-based patient care assistant to provide clinical support under RN supervision on the Mary and Elizabeth - UMC unit in Louisville. The role includes phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and helping with mobility, hygiene, and daily activities.

Responsibilities include processing physician orders, managing patient charts, and communicating effectively with physicians, patients, families, and co-workers while maintaining safety and HIPAA standards.