Patient Care Associate - ER

Mercy; Pittsburg (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Support

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN. You will work as part of a collaborative team to assist with designated clinical procedures and daily non-clinical tasks essential to patient wellness.

Education requirements include a high school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare program, with BLS within one month where applicable. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare career program; current Mercy co-worker preferred.
• BLS certification within one month of hire where required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Collaborate with care team to meet patient goals and priorities.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA-CPTC

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 patients 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:

• - Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. 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 Missouri: If no previous experience, 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.
• - In the state of Oklahoma:- In the state of Arkansas:- Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA 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:- Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).- 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.