Patient Care Technician I

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct, compassionate care under supervision.

You will assist with vital signs, mobility, ADLs, documentation, and patient transport, while maintaining a safe, clean environment. The role collaborates with nurses and therapists to support patient comfort, safety, and optimal outcomes. Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, charting in the medical record, and participating in professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical training in a relevant area.
• 0-1 years of healthcare experience in a clinical setting or related field; paid experience preferred.
• BLS, CPI, SRNA certification in applicable state are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient care team with routine care, comfort, hygiene, mobility and delegated non-nursing tasks.
• Perform admission, transfer, discharge, and transportation activities; accompany patients to appointments as needed.
• Monitor and document patient status including vital signs, intake/output, pain assessments, and observations.
• Communicate patient information to healthcare team and participate in hand-offs.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment; restock supplies and ensure equipment function.
• Document all care accurately in the medical record and comply with privacy and infection control policies.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Documentation

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals.

Job Description

Note: Language preserved from original; this section summarizes the role, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Overview

Job Summary: Responsible for providing direct, compassionate, and patient-centered care by performing delegated clinical and nonclinical tasks under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals. Assists with obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, activities of daily living, patient mobility, and preparation for procedures. Ensures a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment by adhering to organizational policies, infection control practices, and safety protocols. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support patient comfort, satisfaction, and optimal outcomes. Maintains accurate records, assists with patient transport, and participates in psychiatric rehabilitation and group activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists the patient care team with routine patient care, comfort, hygiene, mobility, and delegated non-nursing tasks under supervision.
• Performs admission, transfer, discharge, and transportation activities, and accompanies patients to appointments or visitations as needed.
• Monitors and documents patient status, including vital signs, intake and output, pain assessments, and completes required checks and observations.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the healthcare team and participates in patient hand-offs using established protocols.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment by cleaning equipment, restocking supplies, and ensuring proper equipment function and storage.
• Demonstrates service excellence, professionalism, and teamwork with patients, families, and staff, and models behavioral expectations.
• Ensures compliance with patient privacy, confidentiality, infection control, and regulatory requirements within the scope of practice.
• Participates in professional development, completes required competencies, attends meetings, and maintains certifications as required.
• Documents all care and activities accurately and thoroughly in the medical record according to policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in relevant area.
• Experience: 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
• Certifications & Licensures: Basic Life Support (BLS), Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI), State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) certification in applicable state.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: Regular (>50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: Regular (>50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: Never
• P. Burns: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: Intermittent (10%-50% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: Never
• T. Combative/violent people: Occasional (<10% of the time)
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): Never
• V. Other exposures: Please specify as applicable

Physical Demands: This position requires regular lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; intermittent exposure to risks described above.

Additional Details

Department: Outpatient Care Center
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Time Type: Full time
Location: 222 Medical Circle, Morehead, Kentucky