Patient Care Technician Jobs in Alaska

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Alaska. 185+ openings, $36k-$48k salary range, top employers Providence Alaska, Alaska Native Tribal Health, Fairbanks Memorial. Last Frontier opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

185+
Annual Openings
$40K
Median Salary
8%
Job Growth
Self-Paced Learning
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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).

✓ Free enrollment • self-paced ✓ Job & externship resources ✓ Mobile-friendly learning ✓ AMCA PCTC challenge support

Who this training is for

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

Open Access = Zero Tuition

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 Alaska

Alaska's healthcare industry serves the Last Frontier with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Providence Alaska and Alaska Native Tribal Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Alaska's PCT job market features Providence Alaska as a leading employer with 45+ annual hires. Alaska Native Tribal Health and Fairbanks Memorial also compete for talent. Anchorage has the highest concentration with 51% 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 Alaska

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Anchorage 95+ 51%
Fairbanks 30+ 16%
Matanuska-Susitna 20+ 11%
Juneau 15+ 8%
Kenai Peninsula 10+ 6%
Kodiak/Rural 8+ 4%
Other Alaska 7+ 4%

PCT Salary in Alaska

Entry Level
$36K
Median Salary
$40K
Experienced
$48K

Anchorage typically pays highest in Alaska. 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 Alaska

Alaska features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Providence Alaska

Locations: Anchorage/Statewide

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (907) 562-2211

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

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

Alaska Native Tribal Health

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (907) 563-2662

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Major Alaska system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Fairbanks Memorial

Locations: Fairbanks

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (907) 452-8181

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Alaska provider, quality care, team environment.

Mat-Su Regional

Locations: Palmer/Wasilla

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (907) 861-6000

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Alaska coverage, consistent schedules.

DaVita Alaska

Locations: Major Cities

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 10 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Bartlett Regional

Locations: Juneau

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (907) 796-8900

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Alaska

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Dialysis provider with limited Alaska presence. PCTs provide specialized renal care in major cities.

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Specialized care, competitive pay, unique opportunities.

Alaska VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Alaska

Phone: (907) 257-4700

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

Hires approximately 10 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Alaska locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Alaska Community Hospitals

Locations: Anchorage area

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (907) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 8 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Alaska

Entry-Level PCT

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$46,000-$50,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$50,000-$56,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Alaska

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Providence Alaska, Anchorage

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

Started at $36K at Providence. Building PCT career in Alaska.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Alaska Native Tribal Health, Fairbanks

"I chose Alaska Native Tribal Health for the advancement opportunities. The pay is competitive and the benefits are excellent. The Last Frontier is a great place to build a healthcare career."

Earning $40K at Alaska. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Alaska:

What is the average PCT salary in Alaska?

Alaska PCTs earn $40K median salary. Entry-level starts around $36K. Experienced PCTs earn $48K+. Anchorage typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Alaska?

Providence Alaska, Alaska Native Tribal Health, and Fairbanks Memorial are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Alaska?

Yes—8% job growth expected with 185+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Alaska.

What about PCT career advancement in Alaska?

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

Which Alaska region has the most PCT jobs?

Anchorage leads with 51% of Alaska PCT openings. Fairbanks and Matanuska-Susitna also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Alaska?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Alaska employers. Providence Alaska and Alaska Native Tribal Health actively hire new PCTs.

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