Overview:
Mercy Hospital St. Louis is a Level 1 Trauma Center which means we have the expertise and resources to care for the most complex and critical medical conditions. We have an Adult ER with dedicated triage and waiting areas, and more than 20 treatment rooms. Our facility also includes the Mercy Kids ER that is a full-service pediatric ER with separate triage, waiting and treatment areas designed for kids and families.
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:* Opportunity for advancement through career ladder to Patient Care Technician (PCT) and/or beyond.- 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):
- + Patient Care Associate job duties.
+ Phlebotomy/blood cultures
+ Enteral Feeding
+ Wound care
+ IV/Foley removal
+ Trach care/suctioning
- 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
- 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
Salary
USD 29,750 - 34,104 /yearly
Yearly based
Location
MO , United States St. Louis, MO, United States
MO , United States St. Louis, MO, United States
