Patient Care Associate: Training Path to Technician + Sign-On

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Health benefits

Dependent Care FSA

Parental leave

401k

PTO + volunteering day

Competitive salary

Career growth

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, MO is seeking a Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician to assist with individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. You will work as part of a team to support patients toward their highest level of wellness, performing clinical and non-clinical tasks as directed.

The role offers a structured training path through Mercy’s apprenticeship program, including a 175-hour initial training and BLS completion within 1 month 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• PCA and PCT responsibilities including phlebotomy, enteral feeding, wound care, IV/Foley removal, and trach care.

Education

High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC or enrolled in healthcare program

Job description

Mercy in Springfield, MO is seeking a Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician to assist with individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN. You will work as part of a team to support patients toward their highest level of wellness, performing clinical and non-clinical tasks as directed.

The role offers a structured training path through Mercy’s apprenticeship program, including a 175-hour initial training and BLS completion within 1 month of hire.