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.
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🚑 Emergency Department Patient Care Tech (PCT) Opportunities
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
📍 St. Louis, MO
✨ Now Hiring: Full-Time & Part-Time Positions
Candidates must be available to work their scheduled hours year-round.
🕐 Night Shifts Available (7pm-7am)
📅 Rotating Weekends & Holidays Required
🚨 Make a Difference Where Every Second Counts
Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking compassionate and motivated Patient Care Tech to join our fast-paced Emergency Department team. As a PCT, you'll work alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to patients experiencing a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies.
This role offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
🎓 Nursing & Pre-Med Students Encouraged to Apply
This role is an excellent fit for students pursuing careers in nursing, medicine, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, or other healthcare fields.
Please include your healthcare or nursing program on your resume and application.
🌟 Why Choose Mercy?
At Mercy, you're more than an employee. You're part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion, dignity, and respect.
You'll gain valuable clinical experience, build meaningful relationships, and grow your career within a supportive team environment.
🏆 Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Places to Work
💼 Benefits Starting on Day One
✅ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
✅ Competitive Pay
✅ 401(k) with Company Match
✅ Tuition Assistance Toward a Nursing Degree 🎓
✅ Paid Time Off Begins Accruing Immediately
✅ Volunteer Time Off Day
✅ Career Growth & Development Opportunities
🏥 What You'll Do
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care and support services to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness.
Responsibilities include both clinical and non-clinical duties while collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver exceptional emergency care.
Direct Patient Care
Emergency Department Clinical Support
Depending on department needs, training, and competency validation, duties may include:
Team Collaboration
🛡️ Safety & Quality
At Mercy, patient safety is our highest priority. Team members are expected to:
📚 Paid Training Provided
👩⚕️ No Healthcare Experience? No Problem!
Mercy offers a 175-hour Department of Health and Senior Services-approved PCA Training Program, completed during new hire orientation and within the first 90 days of employment.
In addition, Mercy's PCA training is an accredited U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program, providing valuable hands-on experience and recognized credentials to support your healthcare career journey.
✅ Qualifications
Education
• High School Diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled in a healthcare career program (including healthcare-focused high school programs)
• Current Mercy co-workers are encouraged to apply
Experience
👏 No prior healthcare experience required
Preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
📋 Additional Requirements
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 1 month of hire
• Complete PCA competencies within 3 months of hire
💪 Physical Requirements
• Frequently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, reach, twist, and grasp as required for patient care
💙 A Culture That Truly Cares
At Mercy, compassion and professionalism go hand in hand. We support one another through every challenge, celebrate successes together, and remain committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and community.
Whether you're beginning your healthcare journey or gaining experience for nursing school, medical school, or another healthcare profession, Mercy provides the training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed.
🚑 Experience Emergency Medicine. Build Your Future. Make a Difference.
Apply today and become part of a team that's dedicated to bringing healing, hope, and exceptional care to those who need it most. 💙
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
At Mercy, care is more than a job - it’s a calling.
Every day, our caregivers bring compassion, skill and purpose to the communities we serve across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Whether you're building your career at the bedside, in a clinic or supporting care behind the scenes, you’ll find meaningful ways to make an impact - while growing in a way that’s uniquely yours.
As a physician-led, integrated health system with more than 50 hospitals and nearly 1,000 care sites, Mercy combines advanced technology, collaboration and a shared commitment to better care.
Rooted in a faith-based mission and inspired by the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy, our work is guided by a deep sense of purpose - to care for the whole person and serve our communities with compassion and dignity.
Here, you’ll find an environment where you’re supported to grow, connected to a team that cares and empowered to do your best work.
Because at Mercy, there are many paths - but one calling.
