Patient Care Technician-PCT (FT - Ortho Hospital)

Mercy•Ozark, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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: Located at Mercy Orthopedic Hospital OZARK/SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI FULL TIME

Requirements

High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
None required
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.
BLS Required within one month of hire
Completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire

Nice To Haves

EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).

Responsibilities

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.