Patient Care Associate-PCA Pre-Op

Mercy • Joplin, MO

5d

About The Position

Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Associate assists with individualized patient care to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. The role works cooperatively with others as part of a team, recognizes the importance of group goals, and performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.

Candidates with no previous experience will complete Mercy’s required 175-hour training program, which meets the applicable state Department of Health and Senior Services requirements. The program is completed as part of new-hire orientation and must be finished within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCA position, per state guidelines. BLS is required within one month of hire, and PCA competencies must be completed within three months of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPTC, enrollment in a healthcare career program through a high school curriculum, and/or current employment as a Mercy co-worker.
• No previous experience is required.
• If there is no previous experience, complete Mercy’s required 175-hour training program within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain BLS certification within one month of hire.
• Complete PCA competencies within three months of hire.
• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with individualized patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED