Patient Care Associate-PCA-Perioperative/PACU
@ MercyPatient Care Associate-PCA-Perioperative/PACU
About the job
Mercy offers healthcare jobs focused on compassionate pediatric emergency care. This role supports patient wellness under RN/LPN supervision, providing clinical and support tasks while training is completed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Teamwork skills
Qualifications
- Previous patient care experience preferred
- CNA, EMT, or AUA certification
- CPCT certification a plus
- Ability to meet physical requirements
Full job 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:
- 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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