Patient Care Technician-ED- Part Time/24 HRS Week Job Listing at Mercy in Washington, MO (Job ID JR2356432)

Description

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: Join Our Team at Mercy Hospital Washington!  Position: Patient Care Technician (PCT) Department: ED
Shift: Part Time| 24 hrs/week | Days Qualifications:
  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. 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

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 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:

✅ Our accredited Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program offers hands-on, comprehensive training
✅ New hires complete a 175-hour training program as part of orientation (no prior experience needed!)
✅ BLS certification required within one month of hire
✅ Complete PCA competencies within 3 months to stay on the team

• High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPTC, or enrollment in healthcare programs

• No prior experience required — we provide full training!

• Physical ability to lift/push 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform physical patient care tasks

• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification