Patient Care Tech: Start as PCA, Grow to PCT

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a dedicated Patient Care Tech to assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN supervision in Med 3. You will support PCA and PCT duties, including vitals, patient mobility, feeding, and basic clinical tasks.

This is a full-time day shift with growth opportunities. The role includes a structured training pathway via Mercy's accredited apprenticeship program, with a 175-hour training track and onboarding to meet health service requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in healthcare program.
• No prior experience required.
• Must meet physical requirements: lift 50 pounds, stand and walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and document in EMR.
• Assist with patient care activities (meals, bathing, toileting, mobility).
• Perform PCA/PCT duties including phlebotomy, enteral feeding, wound care, IV/trach care.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Phlebotomy

Wound care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

Job description

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a dedicated Patient Care Tech to assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN supervision in Med 3. You will support PCA and PCT duties, including vitals, patient mobility, feeding, and basic clinical tasks.

This is a full-time day shift with growth opportunities. The role includes a structured training pathway via Mercy's accredited apprenticeship program, with a 175-hour training track and onboarding to meet health service requirements.