Patient Care Associate - Inpatient Med/Surg

MHM Support Services; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift sign-on bonus

Night shift sign-on bonus

Mercy benefits package

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Associate (PCA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist in the individualized patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN. The role supports a fast-paced Inpatient Med/Surg unit with various conditions, emphasizing safety, teamwork, and compassionate care.

The position offers part-time and full-time schedules, with a structured training program (175 hours) and a sign-on bonus program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare career program.
• No prior healthcare experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within one month of hire.
• PCA competencies to be completed within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record.
• Assist patients with daily needs (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility, transportation).
• Provide clerical support as needed.
• PCT responsibilities include phlebotomy, wound care, and IV/ catheter removal as applicable.

Education

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare program

Job description

Patient Care Associate (PCA) / Patient Care Technician (PCT)

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.

About the Unit – Inpatient Med/Surg

30 bed unit. IP Med Surg East cares for patients with a variety of conditions, including wound care, GI issues, transitions to and from nursing facilities, dialysis, complex care patients, and more. Our staff works closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality care to our patients while emphasizing safety and teamwork. We are a fast‑paced floor that embraces change and pursues new and better ways to care for our patients and their families. We value coworker engagement and development, growing many of our coworkers toward their career goals. To learn more about the Inpatient Med/Surg unit, click here: Careers

Location

Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128

Schedule

Part‑Time | 24 hours/week, Full‑Time | 36 hours/week

Shift

Day Shift | 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM, Night Shift | 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

Sign-On Bonus

(24+ hours/week) – No Contract Required!

• $1,000 for Day Shift (paid in three installments: $250 at 90 days, $250 at 6 months, $500 at 12 months)
• $3,000 for Night Shift (paid in three installments: $750 at 90 days, $750 at 6 months, $1,500 at 12 months)

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC certification, or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school. Current Mercy co‑workers are also eligible.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking during shifts
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month of hire.
• Completion of PCA competencies within three months of hire.

Key Responsibilities - Patient Care Associate (PCA)

• Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record
• Assist patients with daily needs (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility, transportation)
• Provide clerical support as needed

Key Responsibilities - Patient Care Technician (PCT)

• Includes all PCA responsibilities, plus:
• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood cultures
• Administer enteral feedings
• Provide wound care
• Remove IVs and Foley catheters
• Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning

Training & Development

Mercy’s PCA training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship, offering hands‑on experience and valuable credentials in a supportive healthcare environment. If you have no prior experience, Mercy provides a 175‑hour training program that meets Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. This must be completed within 90 days of hire.

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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy. Click Here to Learn More about Mercy