Part Time Patient Care Associate-Carthage ED

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. The role involves helping with routine clinical tasks and non-clinical duties to maintain smooth patient flow.

Experience is not required, with Mercy providing a 175-hour training program during orientation. BLS is required within the first month of hire, and PCT competencies must be completed within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or CNA/CPCT; enrollment in a healthcare program; Mercy employee status.
• BLS certification required within one month of hire; PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Physical requirements include lifting 50 lbs, standing and walking each shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively with the healthcare team to achieve goals.

Education

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

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

Additional Job Description

• 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.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required
• In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice 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 PCT position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire
• 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.
• Preferred Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).
• Preferred Other:

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

Additional Job Description

• 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.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required
• In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice 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 PCT position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire
• 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.
• Preferred Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).
• Preferred Other:

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.