Patient Care Associate/Technician PCA/PCT

About the Role

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

• Position: Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician
• Department: 7A Oncology
• Shift: Full and Part Time nights

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibilities for Patient 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 for Patient Care Technician (PCT):
• All Patient Care Associate job duties.
• Phlebotomy/blood cultures.
• Enteral Feeding.
• Wound care.
• IV/Foley removal.
• Trach care/suctioning.

Training

• Mercy's Patient Care Associate training program is an accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program.
• If no previous experience, Mercy will provide a required 175-hour training program that meets the Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. This program must be completed within 90 days of hire.
• 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:
• Push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.
• Preferred Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Key Mercy Benefits

• Up to $1,500 Sign On Bonus for Full-Time Positions.
• 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.
• 401k with employer match starting day one.
• PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
• Competitive salary.
• Future career growth.