Patient Care Tech (PCT) Training Program in Partnership with STLCC!

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Patient Care Tech (PCT) Training Program in Partnership with STLCC! Additional Information About the Role Barnes-Jewish Hospital partnership with St. Louis Community College Dates: Feb. 23 – April 24, 2026 Classroom/Lab: Weeks 1-5 STLCC Florissant Valley, Center for Nursing & Health Sciences, 3400 Pershall Rd, St. Louis, MO 63135. Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Final Skill Checkoff: Saturday, March 28 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Clinical Practice: Weeks 6-9 Barnes-Jewish Hospital, One Barnes-Jewish Hospital Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63110. Three 12-hour shifts weekly as assigned 7am-7:30pm. PLEASE NOTE: CURRENT BJC EMPLOYEES MUST BE IN CURRENT POSITION FOR 3 MONTHS TO BE ELIGIBLE This 9-week accelerated training program combines classroom instruction, hands-on skill labs and on-the-job training in a clinical practice. The training satisfies the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services requirements for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP). Program Highlights: Individuals selected for the program will be employed as PCTs during training. Tuition funding is provided by BJC HealthCare. Minimum 1-year employment commitment to Barnes Jewish Hospital required upon completion. Benefits Eligible (www.bjctotalrewards.org) Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Role Purpose Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• No Experience

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Assistant

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

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