Patient Care Tech I — Compassionate, Hands-On Care

UK King's Daughters; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King's Daughters is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to provide direct, compassionate, patient-centered care under supervision. You will assist with vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, mobility, and preparation for procedures in a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include patient transport, routine checks, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support outcomes, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in relevant area.
• 0–1 year of experience in healthcare, clinical setting, or related area.
• Certificates: BLS, CPI, SRNA as applicable state certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine patient care, comfort, hygiene, mobility, and delegated tasks under supervision.
• Assist with admission, transfer, discharge, and patient transport as needed.
• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, pain, and observations.
• Communicate patient information to the healthcare team and participate in hand-offs.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Documentation

Mobility

Infection control

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UK King's Daughters is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to provide direct, compassionate, patient-centered care under supervision. You will assist with vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, mobility, and preparation for procedures in a safe, clean environment.

Responsibilities include patient transport, routine checks, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support outcomes, privacy, and regulatory compliance.