Are you passionate about helping others and looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? Join Mercy Springfield as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and become an essential part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
In this role, you'll work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the support, comfort, and care they need throughout their healthcare journey. Whether you're beginning your healthcare career or bringing previous patient care experience, Mercy provides the training, support, and growth opportunities to help you succeed.
As a Patient Care Technician, you will:
✅ Assist patients with daily living activities, including hygiene, mobility, feeding, repositioning, and comfort needs
✅ Monitor and record vital signs and other patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR)
✅ Observe and report changes in patient conditions to the care team
✅ Support patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
✅ Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing as assigned
✅ Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and team members to deliver high-quality patient care
✅ Maintain a safe, clean, and healing environment for patients
✅ Provide clerical and unit support, including answering phones and monitoring call lights when needed
Depending on training, department needs, and competency validation, PCTs may also perform advanced patient care skills, including:
Required Qualifications
No experience required.
For candidates without prior experience, Mercy provides a comprehensive 175-hour training program that meets state requirements and helps prepare you for success in your new role.
At Mercy, we're committed to investing in our coworkers and creating an environment where you can grow professionally while making a difference every day.
✔ Comprehensive training provided
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Opportunities to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience
✔ Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals
✔ Be part of one of the region's most trusted healthcare organizations
This position requires:
If you're compassionate, motivated, and ready to help patients receive the exceptional care they deserve, we'd love to hear from you. Join Mercy Springfield and start making a difference as a PRN Patient Care Technician.
Mercy Springfield | Caring for Lives, Growing Careers
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.