Patient Care Technician Days Full-Time Springfield South ED at Ortho

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Springfield is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in the Mercy Springfield South ED at Ortho. Under RN or LPN direction, you assist in individualized patient care and perform designated procedures and tasks essential to wellness.

This full-time night role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, BLS within one month of hire, and completion of required PCT competencies within 3 months. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• Experience: None required.
• Certifications: BLS required within one month of hire; PCT competencies within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN/LPN direction.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and essential non-clinical tasks.
• Work cooperatively with the care team to support patient wellness.

Education

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT or enrolled in healthcare program

BLS Certification

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:

$1,500 sign on bonus for full-time UAP roles

Position: Patient Care Technician

Location: Mercy Springfield South ED at Ortho

Shift: Full-time / Nights

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Experience: None required
• In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice 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 PCT position per state guidelines.

• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire
• Other: 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 Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).

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.