Patient Care Technician- FT, Nights

Mercy Health; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Health in Dexter, MO seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork and performing designated clinical procedures and supportive tasks to promote wellness.

The position is full-time, nights on Med Tele, requires high school diploma or CNA/CPCT or in-program status; Mercy provides a 175-hour state training if no prior experience, and BLS within 1 month; physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPCT or in healthcare program.
• Certification: BLS recommended/required within 1 month of hire.
• Experience: None required; Mercy provides training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and supportive tasks.
• Work cooperatively with the team to achieve patient wellness.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

CNA/CPCT training

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPCT or healthcare program 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:

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

1200 North One Mile Rd

Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (36-hrs per week)

Nights - Med Tele

• - 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.
• - 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.

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