Patient Care Tech - Facility Float Pool (Days)

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Patient Care Tech to assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN supervision, joining a cohesive healthcare team focused on compassionate healing and safety. Daily tasks include hygiene, mobility and feeding support, monitoring and reporting changes, recording vital signs in the EMR, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Basic and trained clinical tasks (wound care, specimen collection) may be performed; CNA/CPCT enrollment is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA, CPCT, or enrollment in a healthcare career program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily patient care, including hygiene, mobility, feeding assistance, and repositioning.
• Monitor patients and report any changes in condition to the care team.
• Record vital signs and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Perform basic clinical tasks and advanced skills as trained (e.g., wound care, specimen collection).
• Support unit operations through clerical tasks and use of healthcare technology.
• Follow safety, infection control, and patient care protocols.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and manage workload effectively.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA

CPCT enrollment

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 patient's 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 Tech

Department: Facility Float Pool

Shift: Full Time, Days

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily patient care, including hygiene, mobility, feeding assistance, and repositioning

• Monitor patients and report any changes in condition to the care team

• Record vital signs and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR

• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers

• Perform basic clinical tasks and advanced skills as trained (e.g., wound care, specimen collection)

• Support unit operations through clerical tasks and use of healthcare technology

• Follow safety, infection control, and patient care protocols

• Collaborate with the healthcare team and manage workload effectively

Education & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required

• CNA, CPCT, or enrollment in a healthcare career program preferred

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 1 month of hire

• Completion of PCT competency validation within 3 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience

• EMT, Paramedic, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) background

• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)

• Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) certification (where applicable)

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.