Patient Care Associate Cardiac Telemetry, PRN

Patient Care Associate (PCA) / Patient Care Technician (PCT) Cardiac Telemetry

Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd St. Louis MO 63128

Schedule: Part-Time PRN

Shift: Varies

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma GED CNA/CPTC certification or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school. Current Mercy co-workers are also eligible.

• Experience: No prior experience required

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to push pull and lift up to 50 lbs regularly

  • Prolonged standing and walking during shifts

  • Ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to perform duties

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month of hire

• Completion of PCA competencies within three months of hire

Key Responsibilities

As a Patient Care Associate (PCA):

• Record vital signs and enter data into the electronic medical record

• Assist patients with daily needs (meals bathing toileting mobility transportation)

• Provide clerical support as needed

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT): Includes all PCA responsibilities plus:

• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood cultures

• Administer enteral feedings

• Provide wound care

• Remove IVs and Foley catheters

• Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning

Training & Development

• Mercys PCA training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship offering hands-on experience and valuable credentials in a supportive healthcare environment.

• If you have no prior experience Mercy provides a 175-hour training program that meets Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. This must be completed within 90 days of hire.

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.