Patient Care Technician Jobs in Alabama

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Alabama. 980+ openings, $26k-$38k salary range, top employers UAB Health System, Ascension St. Vincent's, Huntsville Hospital. Heart of Dixie opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

980+
Annual Openings
$30K
Median Salary
11%
Job Growth
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Start free with EHired Open Access Education. Build real-world clinical skills—vital signs, patient intake, infection control, fundamental and EKG overviews—then explore externships, jobs, and, upon completing requirements, the ability to challenge the AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC).

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Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior patient care experience who need certification to validate their skills for Alabama employers.

New to the field? If you have no prior experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship to build hands-on confidence needed to complete the program and prepare to challenge the AMCA PCTC.

Externship Disclaimer

EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site at a hospital or healthcare facility. EHired provides state-specific resources and guidance, but placement is not guaranteed.

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EHired removes tuition barriers so you can explore healthcare training free. Pay only if you choose to register for a third-party certification exam.

Skills First, Not Just Test Prep

Train for real clinical workflows. When ready, you can challenge the AMCA PCTC certification once you complete requirements—our course is not presented merely as test prep.

Externships & Jobs

Use our state resources to identify externship options and entry-level roles while you study, so you can build experience.

PCT Job Market in Alabama

Alabama's healthcare industry serves the Heart of Dixie with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including UAB Health System and Ascension St. Vincent's compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Alabama's PCT job market features UAB Health System as a leading employer with 120+ annual hires. Ascension St. Vincent's and Huntsville Hospital also compete for talent. Birmingham Metro has the highest concentration with 30% of openings.

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PCT Clinical Skills You'll Learn

Vital Signs Patient Mobility EKG/ECG ADLs Assistance Infection Control Patient Safety Specimen Collection Patient Communication

Top PCT Job Markets in Alabama

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Birmingham Metro 295+ 30%
Huntsville/Madison 175+ 18%
Mobile/Gulf Coast 145+ 15%
Montgomery 95+ 10%
Tuscaloosa 80+ 8%
Dothan/Wiregrass 65+ 7%
Other Alabama 125+ 12%

PCT Salary in Alabama

Entry Level
$26K
Median Salary
$30K
Experienced
$38K

Birmingham Metro typically pays highest in Alabama. Major health systems offer competitive wages with benefits. Night and weekend differentials add $2-4/hour. Certifications and experience increase earning potential significantly.

Top PCT Employers in Alabama

Alabama features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

UAB Health System

Locations: Birmingham (3 hospitals)

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (205) 934-4011

Leading Alabama health system offering excellent PCT opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package. Strong career advancement pathways. Training and development programs available.

Hires approximately 120 PCTs annually

Alabama's leading employer, comprehensive benefits, career growth.

Ascension St. Vincent's

Locations: Birmingham/Central AL

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (205) 939-7000

Major Alabama healthcare provider with multiple facilities. Competitive wages and benefits. PCT positions available across service areas.

Hires approximately 85 PCTs annually

Major Alabama system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Huntsville Hospital

Locations: Huntsville

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (256) 265-1000

Alabama healthcare organization providing quality patient care. PCT roles with growth potential. Strong team environment.

Hires approximately 65 PCTs annually

Alabama provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Alabama

Locations: Statewide (40+ centers)

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

Dialysis and specialty care provider serving Alabama. PCT positions with specialized training. Consistent schedules available.

Hires approximately 65 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Alabama coverage, consistent schedules.

DCH Health System

Locations: Tuscaloosa

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (205) 759-7111

Alabama healthcare facility offering PCT positions. Competitive local wages. Strong community ties.

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Mobile Infirmary

Locations: Mobile/Gulf Coast

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (251) 435-2400

Regional Alabama healthcare provider. PCT opportunities in various clinical settings. Community-focused care.

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Alabama

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with Alabama presence. PCTs provide dialysis care. Tuition reimbursement available.

Hires approximately 24 PCTs annually

Dialysis leader, tuition reimbursement, career growth.

Alabama VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Alabama

Phone: (205) 933-8101

Veterans healthcare across Alabama. PCTs serve veteran community. Federal benefits and job security. Mission-driven environment.

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Alabama locations

Phone: (205) 759-7111

Alabama healthcare facility offering PCT positions. Competitive local wages. Strong community ties.

Hires approximately 24 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Alabama Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (205) 555-0100

Community hospitals throughout Alabama offering local PCT opportunities. Neighborhood healthcare with competitive benefits.

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Alabama

Entry-Level PCT

$$26,000-$30,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning Alabama's healthcare systems and protocols.

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$32,000-$36,000

Advanced patient care, EKG monitoring, phlebotomy, specialty unit skills. Growing clinical competence.

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$36,000-$40,000

Team coordination, new PCT training, specialized unit assignments. Leadership responsibilities emerging.

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$40,000-$46,000

Unit charge roles or transition to nursing/radiology/other healthcare advancement pathways.

PCT Success Stories from Alabama

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

UAB Health System, Birmingham Metro

"Working at UAB Health System has been amazing. The EHIRED training prepared me well, and the team is incredibly supportive. Alabama has great opportunities for healthcare workers starting their careers."

Started at $26K at UAB. Building PCT career in Alabama.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Ascension St. Vincent's, Huntsville

"I chose Ascension St. Vincent's for the advancement opportunities. The pay is competitive and the benefits are excellent. The Heart of Dixie is a great place to build a healthcare career."

Earning $30K at Ascension. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Alabama:

What is the average PCT salary in Alabama?

Alabama PCTs earn $30K median salary. Entry-level starts around $26K. Experienced PCTs earn $38K+. Birmingham Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Alabama?

UAB Health System, Ascension St. Vincent's, and Huntsville Hospital are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Alabama?

Yes—11% job growth expected with 980+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Alabama.

What about PCT career advancement in Alabama?

Alabama offers excellent PCT-to-RN pathways. Major health systems provide tuition assistance. Community colleges offer nursing programs with PCT experience credit.

Which Alabama region has the most PCT jobs?

Birmingham Metro leads with 30% of Alabama PCT openings. Huntsville/Madison and Mobile/Gulf Coast also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Alabama?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Alabama employers. UAB Health System and Ascension St. Vincent's actively hire new PCTs.

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