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Patient Care Tech

Patient Care Tech

MercySt. Louis, MO, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Patient Care Tech (PCT) Med Surg ICU

📍 Location : Mercy Hospital South

10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128

🕒 Shift : Full-Time | 36 hours / week

Hours : 6 : 30 PM 7 : 00 AM (Night Shift)

💰 Sign-On Bonus : Up to $3,000

Paid out at 3, 6 and 12 months

Why Youll Love Working Here

Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One :

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) up to 24 days in your first year , increasing to34 days annuallywith tenure; includes arollover programwith amaximum accrual of 440 hours.
  • Paid Parental Leave Supporting you and your growing family
  • 401(k) with Employer Match Invest in your future with confidence
  • Tuition Reimbursement Up to $2,000 / year for continuing education
  • Dependent Care FSA Contribution $100 / month for eligible participants
  • Paid Volunteer Time Give back to your community while on the clock
  • Free Parking Convenience that saves you time and money
  • Career Growth Opportunities Advance your skills and grow within Mercy

Make a Difference Every Shift Join Our Med Surg Team as a Patient Care Associate!

Are you passionate about helping others and ready to take the next step in your healthcare journey? Mercy Hospital South is looking for compassionate, team-oriented individuals to join ourInpatient Med Surg Eastunit as aPatient Care Associate (PCA).

In this hands-on role, youll work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide essential care and support to patients. From assisting with daily activities and hygiene to monitoring vital signs and ensuring a safe, healing environmentyoull be a key part of each patients recovery journey.

Qualifications

Education & Experience :

  • High school diploma, GED, CNA / CPTC, or current enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum.
  • Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible.
  • No prior experience requiredMercy provides a 175-hour paid training program that meets state Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. This must be completed within 90 days of hire.

    • Licensure & Certifications :

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire.
  • Completion of PCA competencies required within three months of hire.
  • Preferred : Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

    • Physical Requirements :

  • Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift.
  • Must be able to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform patient care tasks.

    • Other Requirements :

  • Strong time management and clinical judgment.
  • Flexibility with assignments and willingness to work as part of a collaborative team.
  • Commitment to maintaining compliance with required certifications and training.

    • Job Duties :

  • Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) and / or beyond.
  • Responsibilities for Patient Care Associate ( PCA ) :
  • Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
  • Assist with patient care needs including, meals, bathing, toileting, ambulation, patient mobility, and transport.
  • Clerical support duties, as needed.
  • Responsibilities for Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) :

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