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Mercy·Mercy Hospital Springfield · Springfield, MO

Patient Care Associate Emergency Dept

Full time
iPosting details
ScheduleFull time
RequirementsBLS · Minimum Physical Requirements · Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. · EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience. preferred
EducationHS diploma/GED
SourceMercy · posted Oct 7, 2026
✓Requirements
Certifications
✓BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire
✓Minimum Physical Requirements
✓Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
✓Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT). preferred
EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience. preferred
This position is part of a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, designed to provide structured training, mentorship, and career development opportunities that prepare participants for long-term success in healthcare. preferred
Education
✓High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
✓High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
✓In the state of practice: 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.
Qualifications
✓Patient Care Associate
✓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.
✓Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
+Benefits
✓Medical, dental and vision
✓401(k) with match
✓Paid time off
✓Tuition assistance
✓Paid parental leave
✓Retirement plan
+Mercy Hospital Springfield
617beds
SpringfieldMO · 150 mi to Kansas City
Pay for this position
Pay not listed
Sign-on $1,500
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓BLS Required within one month of hire, completion of PCT competencies within 3 months of hire
✓Minimum Physical Requirements
✓Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
✓Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice, Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT). preferred
EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care Experience. preferred
This position is part of a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, designed to provide structured training, mentorship, and career development opportunities that prepare participants for long-term success in healthcare. preferred
Education
✓High school diploma, G.E.D, CNA/CPTC. or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
✓High school diploma, G.E.D., CNA/CPCT or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum, and/or a current co-worker of Mercy.
✓In the state of practice: 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.
Qualifications
✓Patient Care Associate
✓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.
✓Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistance
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About the role

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.

What you’ll do
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