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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for mercy pca in Ohio is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.65 and $20.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mercy PCA?

A Mercy PCA (Patient Care Assistant) is a healthcare professional who provides direct patient support under the supervision of nurses and other medical staff. Their duties often include assisting with daily activities like bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility, as well as monitoring vital signs and offering emotional support to patients. PCAs play a crucial role in enhancing patient comfort and ensuring quality care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Mercy PCA?

As a Mercy PCA, your day-to-day tasks generally involve assisting patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility support. You may also help monitor vital signs, report changes in patient condition to nursing staff, and ensure a clean and safe environment. Working in a collaborative setting, you’ll partner with nurses, therapists, and other caregivers to support each patient’s individual care plan. This role is hands-on and people-focused, offering rewarding opportunities to make a difference in the lives of patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mercy PCA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mercy PCA (Personal Care Assistant), you need a background in basic patient care, understanding of health and safety protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with mobility aids, electronic documentation systems, and completion of CPR/first aid certification are typically required. Compassion, reliability, strong communication, and teamwork skills are crucial for providing supportive care and working alongside clinical staff. These qualifications ensure that a Mercy PCA can deliver safe, high-quality assistance to patients while collaborating effectively within a healthcare team.

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Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Student Nurse - Ortho - Oncology - We

Mercy Health

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$15.50 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Mercy Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 384 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

459th of 895 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Work Shift:
Days/Evenings (United States of America)
Mercy Health
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Student Nurse - Ortho - Oncology - West Hospital
Patient Care Tech Job Description:
Job Summary:
A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients' rooms, monitoring patients' health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.
Essential Job Functions
• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
• Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.
Education:
• None
Licensure/Certification:
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Must have completed one of the following: (required)
Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Experience:
• Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities:
• Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
STUDENT NURSE Job Description:
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Student Nurse provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Essential Job Functions
Under direction of the RN, supports the nurse in the application of the nursing process.
• Works to develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with the RN to ensure quality patient care delivery
• Seeks out educational opportunities related to nursing practice and critical thinking
Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse
• Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated
Education
HS/GED (required)
Currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation (required)
Certifications
BLS (preferred)
Training
Must have completed First Clinical Rotation as a Nursing Student
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Work Experience
Recent experience in acute care and/or long term care facility (preferred)
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Orthopedic Unit - West
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

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About Mercyhealth

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people – instead, we empower talented, dedicated health care professionals to provide the highest quality patient care possible with a passion for making lives better. As an integrated health care provider, we provide exceptional, coordinated health care. The organization consists of seven hospitals, 85+ clinics, and more than 7,500 employee-partners to serve patients in 15 counties throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We hope you’ll consider becoming the newest member of the Mercyhealth family and join our passion for making lives better!

Industry

Hospitals, fitness and sports centers and health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Janesville, WI, US