Patient Care Technician- Emergency Department Mercy South

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Résumé du poste

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (PCT/UAP) to assist in individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The role emphasizes teamwork, performing clinical and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care and wellness.

Mercy offers a 175-hour training program if experience is not required, plus BLS certification within one month and competency completion within three months.

Qualifications

• Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assist in individualized patient care.
• Must complete BLS within one month of hire and PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Mercy provides a 175-hour training program if no prior experience.
• Position requires lifting 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, and physical flexibility.

Responsabilités

• Assist in personalized patient care to support wellness.
• Work cooperatively with the team and participate in group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Formation

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT enrollment or in healthcare career program, 18+ and Mercy UAP training eligibility

Description du poste

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.

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

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
• Licensure:
• 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 Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• 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).
• Preferred Other:

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.