Patient Care Technician-PCT - FT, Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan with match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, MO is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient care under RN/LPN supervision. You will assist with individualized care, collaborate with a team, and perform designated clinical procedures as part of Mercy’s care delivery.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CNAP/CPCT certification or enrollment in a healthcare program, and BLS within 1 month. Mercy emphasizes training within 90 days and physical readiness for heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program.
• Licensure: BLS required within one month of hire; CPR/CPCT/compliance training as part of orientation.
• Experience: None required; Mercy provides 175-hour training for new hires.
• Preferred Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN or LPN direction.
• Work cooperatively with the care team to meet patient wellness goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Skills

CNA/CPCT

BLS Certified

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA/CPCT training

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

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)

Days

• 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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