PCA PCT St Louis Float Pool Full Time Days
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.Position Details:
Position: Patient Care Tech
Department: Float Pool - Mercy STL - Ballas Campus
Hours / Shift: Full time
Job Duties:
Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.
Responsibilities forPatient 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 forPatient Care Technician(PCT):
Patient Care Associate job duties.
Phlebotomy/blood cultures
Enteral Feeding
Wound care
IV/Foley removal
Trach care/suctioning
Training:
Our Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program providing a comprehensive hands-on experience. Join Mercy to gain valuable skills and credentials through this program in a supportive healthcare environment!
If no previous experience Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the 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.
BLS Required within one month of hire completion of PCA competencies within 3 months of hire
Qualifications:
Education:High school diploma G.E.D CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
Experience:None required
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 Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
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 youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
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About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
