Patient Care Technician-PCT

MHM Support Services; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is hiring Emergency Department Patient Care Techs (PCT) to join our fast-paced ED team in St. Louis, MO. This role offers night shifts (7pm-7am) with rotating weekends and holidays and opportunities for both full-time and part-time employment.

Under RN/LPN supervision, you will perform direct patient care and support tasks to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• Current Mercy co-workers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Support with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Document vital signs and patient information in EMR.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and belongings.
• Provide non-clinical support to ensure efficient unit operation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program

Current Mercy co-workers encouraged to apply

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

Emergency Department Patient Care Tech (PCT) Opportunities Mercy Hospital St. Louis St. Louis, MO Now Hiring: Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Candidates must be available to work their scheduled hours year-round. Night Shifts Available (7pm-7am) Rotating Weekends & Holidays Required

Make a Difference Where Every Second Counts

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate and motivated Patient Care Tech to join our fast-paced Emergency Department team. As a PCT, you'll work alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to patients experiencing a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

Nursing & Pre-Med Students Encouraged to Apply

This role is an excellent fit for students pursuing careers in nursing, medicine, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, or other healthcare fields. Please include your healthcare or nursing program on your resume and application.

Why Choose Mercy?

At Mercy, you're more than an employee. You're part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion, dignity, and respect. You'll gain valuable clinical experience, build meaningful relationships, and grow your career within a supportive team environment.

Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Places to Work

Benefits Starting on Day One

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Assistance Toward a Nursing Degree
• Paid Time Off Begins Accruing Immediately
• Volunteer Time Off Day
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities

What You'll Do

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care and support services to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. Responsibilities include both clinical and non-clinical duties while collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver exceptional emergency care.

Direct Patient Care

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living
• Assist with ambulation, repositioning, transfers, and mobility needs
• Monitor and document dietary intake and output
• Observe for skin breakdown and provide preventative care measures
• Obtain and accurately document vital signs and patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, transfers, and belongings

Emergency Department Clinical Support

• Point-of-care testing and specimen collection
• Blood culture collection
• Enteral tube feeding
• Non-sterile wound care and dressing changes
• IV removal
• Suture tray setup
• Chest tube setup
• Visual acuity testing
• Pelvic exam setup
• Burn dressing changes and debridement
• Handheld Bovie pen assistance
• Whirlpool wound care treatments

Team Collaboration

• Recognize and report changes in patient condition immediately
• Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
• Utilize sound clinical judgment and effective time management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced emergency care environment
• Accept delegated responsibilities while practicing within established scope of practice
• Perform clerical duties as needed, including answering phones and monitoring call systems

Safety & Quality

• Follow all Mercy policies regarding patient safety, confidentiality, and patient rights
• Practice sound infection prevention and control measures
• Assist with fall prevention, patient identification, restraint management, and safe patient handling procedures
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing learning requirements

Paid Training Provided

No Healthcare Experience? No Problem! Mercy offers a 175-hour Department of Health and Senior Services-approved PCA Training Program, completed during new hire orientation and within the first 90 days of employment. In addition, Mercy's PCA training is an accredited U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing valuable hands‑on experience and recognized credentials to support your healthcare career journey.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program (including healthcare-focused high school programs)
• Current Mercy co-workers are encouraged to apply

Experience

• No prior healthcare experience required
• Preferred Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification

Additional Requirements

• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 1 month of hire
• Complete PCA competencies within 3 months of hire

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts. Ability to bend, kneel, squat, reach, twist, and grasp as required for patient care.

A Culture That Truly Cares

At Mercy, compassion and professionalism go hand in hand. We support one another through every challenge, celebrate successes together, and remain committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and community. Whether you're beginning your healthcare journey or gaining experience for nursing school, medical school, or another healthcare profession, Mercy provides the training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed.

Experience Emergency Medicine. Build Your Future. Make a Difference.

Why Mercy?

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.