Float Pool Patient Care Technician-PCT (FT, Nights)

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Facility Float Pool Patient Care Technician (PCT) for 12-hour night shifts. Under supervision, you will assist with patient care and essential tasks while supporting a collaborative care team.

No prior experience is required to start in the PCA track with 175-hour Missouri DHSS training; EMT/CPCT backgrounds are valued and training timelines are defined. Mercy offers a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required; PCA pathway with 175-hour training during orientation.
• Preferred EMT, Paramedic, or prior patient care experience (PCA/CNA/student nurse).
• HS diploma or GED; CNA/CPCT enrollment or Mercy coworker status.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN guidance.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively with a team and participate in care goals.
• UAP Career Ladder alignment may apply to place you in most appropriate role.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

CNA/CPCT certification

BLS certification within 1 month of hire

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Position Details

Facility Float Pool Patient Care Technician-PCT*

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Float Pool

Status: Full-Time, 36 hours/week

Shift: 12 Hour Nights (6:30p - 7:00a)

• Will consider candidate experience once in offer stage. This job profile/title may be updated along UAP Career ladder to offer candidate most appropriate role per their individual experience level if additional qualifications are met. UAP Career Ladder positions include Patient Care Associate-PCA, Patient Care Technician-PCT, and Nurse Technician-NT

Qualifications

• Experience: None required. If no previous experience, will be considered for PCA role in which Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program will be completed as part of the new hire orientation process and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position per state guidelines.
• Preferred Experience: EMT, Paramedic or previous patient care experience (i.e. PCA, CNA, or active nursing student).
• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).
• Other: Minimum Physical Requirements:
  • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
  • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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