Patient Care Technician-PCT

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Assistance Toward a NursingDeg

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off Day

Career Growth & Development

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate and motivated Patient Care Techs to join the fast-paced Emergency Department team.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide direct patient care and support services to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. You will work alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, with opportunities for hands-on experience in a dynamic environment where no two days are the

Qualifications

• Compassionate and motivated individual.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department.
• Ability to follow NPO directions and cooperate with RN/LPN supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Document vital signs and patient information in EMR.
• Support patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

EMR documentation

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

Now Hiring: Full-Time & Part-Time Positions

Candidates must be available to work their scheduled hours year-round.

Rotating Weekends & Holidays Required

Make a Difference Where Every Second Counts

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate and motivated

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

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

Depending on department needs, training, and competency validation, duties may include:

• 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