Patient Care Associate- Surgical (4500)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Associate (PCA) for the Surgical 4500 department. This full-time role offers 36 hours per week and a structured career ladder toward Patient Care Technician (PCT) and beyond.

Training includes a DOL Apprenticeship program and a 175-hour trainer provided by Mercy, with BLS within 1 month and PCA competencies within 3 months. Responsibilities include vital signs, patient assistance, and light clerical duties, with growth into more advanced care tasks such as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• Experience: None required.
• Physical requirements include lifting 50 lbs regularly; standing and walking for long periods; flexibility to reach/bend/kneel/squat.
• Preferred CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and document in the electronic medical records system.
• Assist with meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, mobility, and transport.
• Provide clerical support as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Teamwork

Clerical tasks

Phlebotomy (PCT duties)

EMR documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC certification

Tools

EMR/EHR system

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

Position: Patient Care Associate-PCA

Department: Surgical 4500

Shift: Full Time, 36hrs a week

Job Duties

• Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate (PCA):
  • Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
  • Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
  • Clerical support duties, as needed.
• Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician (PCT):
  • Patient Care Associate job duties.
  • Phlebotomy/blood cultures
  • Enteral Feeding
  • Wound care
  • IV/Foley removal
  • Trach care/suctioning

Training

• Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing a comprehensive, hands-on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment!
• If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the 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.
• BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire

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
• 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.