Patient Care Associate-PACU Part-Time

Mercy; Joplin (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Joplin, MO. Under the direction of an RN or LPN, you will assist in individualized patient care and support the care team to help patients achieve their highest wellness.

No prior experience is required; Mercy provides a 175-hour training program during new-hire orientation and supports certification goals. A broad benefits package accompanies the role, including health coverage and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program; age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training, or current Mercy co-worker.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire.
• PCA competencies completed within 3 months of hire.
• No prior experience required.
• Must meet minimum physical requirements.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Prolonged standing and walking required.
• Ability to bend, kneel, twist and squat to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team and align with group goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Lift 50 pounds

Clinical procedures awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

CNA / CPTC

Mercy UAP training program enrollment

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 or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, 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 PCA position per state guidelines.

• 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 Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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.