Patient Care Associate-PCA (Full Time)

Southeast Hospital; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, MO is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support individualized patient care under the supervision of the RN or LPN. You will perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks as part of a cooperative team dedicated to patient wellness.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in a healthcare program. BLS is required within one month of hire, with PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively with the healthcare team to achieve patient wellness.

Skills

Caregiving

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

CNA/CPTC training

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

• Springfield, Missouri
• Clinical Support
• Other Allied Health
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Orthopedic Hospital Springfield
• JR267561

Located at Mercy REHAB HOSPITAL

SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI

FULL TIME

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Experience

None required. 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.

Certifications

BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire

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.