Patient Care Technician-PCT PRN
Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Are you passionate about helping others and looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare Join Mercy Springfield as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and become an essential part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
In this role youll work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the support comfort and care they need throughout their healthcare journey. Whether youre beginning your healthcare career or bringing previous patient care experience Mercy provides the training support and growth opportunities to help you succeed.
As a Patient Care Technician you will:
Assist patients with daily living activities including hygiene mobility feeding repositioning and comfort needs
Monitor and record vital signs and other patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Observe and report changes in patient conditions to the care team
Support patient admissions transfers and discharges
Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing as assigned
Collaborate with nurses physicians and team members to deliver high-quality patient care
Maintain a safe clean and healing environment for patients
Provide clerical and unit support including answering phones and monitoring call lights when needed
Depending on training department needs and competency validation PCTs may also perform advanced patient care skills including:
- Enteral tube feeding
- Blood culture collection
- Wound care and dressing changes
- IV removal
- Burn dressing changes and debridement
- Chest tube setup
- Suture tray setup
- Visual acuity testing
- Pelvic exam setup
- Whirlpool wound care treatments
- Additional clinical skills as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- CNA CPCT or enrollment in a healthcare career program through high school curriculum OR
- Age 18 or older and eligible to participate in Mercys UAP training program
- BLS Certification within one month of hire
- Completion of required PCT competencies within three months of hire
No experience required.
For candidates without prior experience Mercy provides a comprehensive 175-hour training program that meets state requirements and helps prepare you for success in your new role.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Paramedic
- Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA)
- Previous patient care experience
At Mercy were committed to investing in our coworkers and creating an environment where you can grow professionally while making a difference every day.
Comprehensive training provided
Supportive team environment
Opportunities to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience
Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals
Be part of one of the regions most trusted healthcare organizations
This position requires:
- Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
- Ability to lift push and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
- Reaching bending kneeling twisting squatting and gripping as part of daily patient care activities
If youre compassionate motivated and ready to help patients receive the exceptional care they deserve wed love to hear from you. Join Mercy Springfield and start making a difference as a PRN Patient Care Technician.
Mercy Springfield Caring for Lives Growing Careers
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.
Required Experience:
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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.
