Patient Care Technician: Training, Benefits & Growth

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (PCT/UAP) to assist in individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The role emphasizes teamwork, performing clinical and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care and wellness.

Mercy offers a 175-hour training program if experience is not required, plus BLS certification within one month and competency completion within three months.

Qualifications

• Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assist in individualized patient care.
• Must complete BLS within one month of hire and PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Mercy provides a 175-hour training program if no prior experience.
• Position requires lifting 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, and physical flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in personalized patient care to support wellness.
• Work cooperatively with the team and participate in group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.

Education

High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT enrollment or in healthcare career program, 18+ and Mercy UAP training eligibility

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (PCT/UAP) to assist in individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The role emphasizes teamwork, performing clinical and non-clinical tasks essential to patient care and wellness.

Mercy offers a 175-hour training program if experience is not required, plus BLS certification within one month and competency completion within three months.