Patient Care Technician PCT St. Louis Emergency Department
Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
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Job Summary
St. Louis MO
Candidates must be available to work their scheduled hours year-round.
Night Shifts Available(7pm-7am)
Rotating Weekends & Holidays Required
Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate and motivated Patient Care Tech to join our fast-paced Emergency Department team. As a PCT youll work alongside nurses physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to patients experiencing a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies.
This role offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
This role is an excellent fit for students pursuing careers in nursing medicine physician assistant studies physical therapy or other healthcare fields.
Please include your healthcare or nursing program on your resume and application.
At Mercy youre more than an employee. Youre part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion dignity and respect.
Youll gain valuable clinical experience build meaningful relationships and grow your career within a supportive team environment.
Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Places to Work
Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Assistance Toward a Nursing Degree
Paid Time Off Begins Accruing Immediately
Volunteer Time Off Day
Career Growth & Development Opportunities
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) the Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care and support services to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness.
Responsibilities include both clinical and non-clinical duties while collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver exceptional emergency care.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living
- Assist with ambulation repositioning transfers and mobility needs
- Monitor and document dietary intake and output
- Observe for skin breakdown and provide preventative care measures
- Obtain and accurately document vital signs and patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Assist with patient admissions discharges transfers and belongings
Depending on department needs training and competency validation duties may include:
- Point-of-care testing and specimen collection
- Blood culture collection
- Enteral tube feeding
- Non-sterile wound care and dressing changes
- IV removal
- Suture tray setup
- Chest tube setup
- Visual acuity testing
- Pelvic exam setup
- Burn dressing changes and debridement
- Handheld Bovie pen assistance
- Whirlpool wound care treatments
- Recognize and report changes in patient condition immediately
- Communicate effectively with nurses physicians and interdisciplinary team members
- Utilize sound clinical judgment and effective time management skills Demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced emergency care environment
- Accept delegated responsibilities while practicing within established scope of practice
- Perform clerical duties as needed including answering phones and monitoring call systems
At Mercy patient safety is our highest priority. Team members are expected to:
- Follow all Mercy policies regarding patient safety confidentiality and patient rights
- Practice sound infection prevention and control measures
- Assist with fall prevention patient identification restraint management and safe patient handling procedures
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain required certifications and ongoing learning requirements
Mercy offers a 175-hour Department of Health and Senior Services-approved PCA Training Program completed during new hire orientation and within the first 90 days of employment.
In addition Mercys PCA training is an accredited U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program providing valuable hands-on experience and recognized credentials to support your healthcare career journey.
High School Diploma or GED
Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program (including healthcare-focused high school programs)
Current Mercy co-workers are encouraged to apply
No prior healthcare experience required
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 1 month of hire
Complete PCA competencies within 3 months of hire
Frequently lift push and pull up to 50 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts
Ability to bend kneel squat reach twist and grasp as required for patient care
At Mercy compassion and professionalism go hand in hand. We support one another through every challenge celebrate successes together and remain committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and community.
Whether youre beginning your healthcare journey or gaining experience for nursing school medical school or another healthcare profession Mercy provides the training mentorship and support to help you succeed.
Apply today and become part of a team thats dedicated to bringing healing hope and exceptional care to those who need it most.
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:
IC
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.
