Patient Care Technician- Surgical Observation Unit-Full Time- Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support nursing staff in delivering patient-centered care. Under the direction of the RN or LPN, you will assist in individualized care, perform designated clinical procedures, and handle non-clinical tasks essential to patient well-being.

Mercy emphasizes teamwork, training, and safety. The role requires a high school diploma (or GED), certification readiness (BLS within one month, PCA competencies within 3 months), and physical stamina to lift

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrolled in a healthcare career program; must be 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program; or a current Mercy coworker.
• Licensure:
• Experience: None required.
• In the state of practice: Mercy provides a 175-hour training program during new hire orientation; must complete within 90 days to remain in PCA role.
• Certifications: BLS required within one month of hire; PCA competencies within 3 months of hire.
• Other: Minimum Physical Requirements; ability to push/pull/lift 50 pounds; prolonged standing and walking; ability to reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CPTC

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 patients 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/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, 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 PCA position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA 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.

Job Description

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patients 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

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program, 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 PCA position per state guidelines.
• Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCA 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.

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.