Patient Care Associate — Compassionate Team Player

Mercy Co; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork and safety, with responsibilities spanning clinical procedures and non‑clinical support tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (CNA/CPTC preferred), BLS within one month, and completion of a 175‑hour training program within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CNA/CPTC preferred.
• BLS certification within one month of hire.
• No prior experience required.
• Complete 175‑hour training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical and non‑clinical care tasks.
• Meet state PCA requirements during orientation and training.
• Maintain safety and meet physical requirements (lift up to 50 lb).

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA/CPTC

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork and safety, with responsibilities spanning clinical procedures and non‑clinical support tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (CNA/CPTC preferred), BLS within one month, and completion of a 175‑hour training program within 90 days of hire.