Patient Care Technician — Impactful Team Care

Mercy Co; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support clinical decision unit operations. The role offers full-time, 36 hours/week with 12-hour day shifts (6:30a–7:00p).

Training pathways exist for new hires through Mercy's UAP program, with potential progression along the UAP ladder from PCA to PCT to NT. Ideal candidates may have EMT, Paramedic, or prior patient care experience and must obtain BLS within one month of hire and PCT competencies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program or age 18+ and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program.
• BLS certification within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Preferred EMT, Paramedic or prior patient care experience (e.g., PCA, CNA, or nursing student).

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team to achieve unit goals.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support clinical decision unit operations. The role offers full-time, 36 hours/week with 12-hour day shifts (6:30a–7:00p).

Training pathways exist for new hires through Mercy's UAP program, with potential progression along the UAP ladder from PCA to PCT to NT. Ideal candidates may have EMT, Paramedic, or prior patient care experience and must obtain BLS within one month of hire and PCT competencies