Patient Care Associate-PCA Pre-Op

Mercy Co; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA). No prior experience is required; Mercy will provide a 175-hour training program that meets state Department of Health requirements and must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Additionally, BLS certification is required within one month, and CNA certification is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, PTO, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for staff working 32+ hours per pay period.

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

- 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 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.