Patient Care Technician-PCT (PRN) - Pre-op

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care. Under the direction of the RN or LPN, you assist in individualized care and work as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA/CPCT enrollment or coworker status; BLS within one month and PCT competencies within three months. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and training opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare program.
• Experience: None required.
• BLS required within one month of hire; complete PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Minimum physical requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing/walking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the individualized care of patients under RN/LPN direction.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Work cooperatively with the healthcare team to meet patient goals.
• Adhere to safety and infection control practices on every shift.

Education

High school diploma

G.E.D.

CNA

CPCT

Job description

Position Details

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.

• 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.


• 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 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).

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details

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.

• 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.


• 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 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).

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.