Patient Care Technician — Caring Team Player

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in delivering individualized patient care under supervision. The role includes assisting with clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks necessary for patient well-being.

No prior experience required; training provided within Mercy’s orientation and state requirements, with BLS certification due within 1 month and competencies within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPCT, or enrollment in Mercy's healthcare career program.
• Certification: BLS required within one month of hire; completion of PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Experience: None required; EMT, Paramedic, or prior patient care experience preferred.
• Physical requirements: lift up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, and ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in individualized patient care to achieve the patient’s highest wellness level.
• Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPCT training or enrolled in Mercy's UAP training program

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in delivering individualized patient care under supervision. The role includes assisting with clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks necessary for patient well-being.

No prior experience required; training provided within Mercy’s orientation and state requirements, with BLS certification due within 1 month and competencies within 3 months.