Patient Care Associate-PCA, Part-Time

Mercy Co; Missouri; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is hiring for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to work under the direction of the RN or LPN, assisting with individualized patient care to promote wellness. The role emphasizes teamwork and completing clinical and support tasks essential to patient care.

No prior experience is required, as Mercy provides a 175‑hour training program within the first 90 days. BLS certification is required within one month of hire, and PCA competencies must be completed within three months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CNA/CPTC preferred or enrolled in related program.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire.
• No prior experience required; 175-hour training within 90 days of hire.
• Must have physical ability to lift 50 pounds; prolonged standing and walking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Education

High school diploma/GED

CNA/CPTC

enrolled in healthcare program

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 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 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.