Patient Care Associate Emergency Dept

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.

Position Details:

$1,500 Sign on bonus

Position: Patient Care Associate

Department: Emergency Dept

Overview:

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.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities for Patient 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).

Key Mercy Benefits:

- Education assistance towards nursing degree.
- Health/Dental/Vision available after day one.
- Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA.
- Paid parental leave for new parents.
- 401k with employer match starting day one.
- PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
- Competitive salary.
- Future career growth!

EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

- Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.

- Licensure:

- Experience: None required

- In the state of practice: If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the state of practice 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 PCT position per state guidelines.

- Certifications: BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire

- Other: 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 Education:

- Preferred Licensure:

- 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).

- Preferred Other:

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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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