Patient Care Technician - Emergency Room

Mercy • Fort Smith, AR

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About The Position

Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the Patient Care Technician 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, recognizing the importance of shared goals. It performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.

For candidates without previous experience, Mercy provides a required 175-hour training program meeting the requirements of the Department of Health and Senior Services in the state of practice. The program is completed during new-hire orientation and must be completed within 90 days of hire to remain in the PCT position, per state guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, CNA/CPCT, enrollment in a healthcare career program through a high school curriculum, or age 18 and able to participate in Mercy's UAP training program and/or be a current 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.
• BLS certification is required within one month of hire.
• Complete PCT 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

• EMT, Paramedic, or previous patient care experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, or Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) certification.

Responsibilities

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

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