Patient Care Technician - Full-Time, Days

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care to promote wellness.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team, recognizing group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT, or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum; or be a current Mercy co‑worker.
• Experience: No prior experience required; Mercy provides a 175‑hour training program meeting state Department of Health and Senior Services requirements, completed during new‑hire orientation within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications: BLS certification required within one month of hire; completion of PCT competencies within three months of hire.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds regularly; prolonged standing and walking each shift; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Qualifications

• 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).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition support.
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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