Patient Care Technician Jobs in Arkansas

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Arkansas. 720+ openings, $25k-$36k salary range, top employers UAMS Health, Baptist Health, Mercy Northwest Arkansas. Natural State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

720+
Annual Openings
$29K
Median Salary
10%
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).

✓ 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 Arkansas 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 Arkansas

Arkansas's healthcare industry serves the Natural State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including UAMS Health and Baptist Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Arkansas's PCT job market features UAMS Health as a leading employer with 85+ annual hires. Baptist Health and Mercy Northwest Arkansas also compete for talent. Little Rock Metro has the highest concentration with 35% 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 Arkansas

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Little Rock Metro 252+ 35%
Northwest Arkansas 158+ 22%
Fort Smith 72+ 10%
Jonesboro/Northeast 65+ 9%
Pine Bluff/Southeast 50+ 7%
Hot Springs 43+ 6%
Other Arkansas 80+ 11%

PCT Salary in Arkansas

Entry Level
$25K
Median Salary
$29K
Experienced
$36K

Little Rock Metro typically pays highest in Arkansas. 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 Arkansas

Arkansas features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

UAMS Health

Locations: Little Rock

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (501) 686-7000

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

Hires approximately 85 PCTs annually

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

Baptist Health

Locations: Little Rock/Statewide

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (501) 202-2000

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

Hires approximately 95 PCTs annually

Major Arkansas system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Mercy Northwest Arkansas

Locations: Rogers/NW AR

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (479) 338-8000

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Arkansas provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Arkansas

Locations: Statewide (35+ centers)

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Arkansas coverage, consistent schedules.

Washington Regional

Locations: Fayetteville

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (479) 463-1000

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

CHI St. Vincent

Locations: Little Rock/Hot Springs

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (501) 552-3000

Regional Arkansas 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 Arkansas

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with Arkansas presence. PCTs provide dialysis care throughout the state.

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

20+ centers, tuition reimbursement, career growth.

Arkansas VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Arkansas

Phone: (501) 257-1000

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Arkansas locations

Phone: (479) 463-1000

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Arkansas Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (501) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Arkansas

Entry-Level PCT

$$25,000-$29,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$30,000-$34,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$34,000-$38,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$38,000-$44,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Arkansas

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

UAMS Health, Little Rock Metro

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

Started at $25K at UAMS. Building PCT career in Arkansas.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Baptist Health, Northwest Arkansas

"I chose Baptist Health for the advancement opportunities. The pay is competitive and the benefits are excellent. The Natural State is a great place to build a healthcare career."

Earning $29K at Baptist. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Arkansas:

What is the average PCT salary in Arkansas?

Arkansas PCTs earn $29K median salary. Entry-level starts around $25K. Experienced PCTs earn $36K+. Little Rock Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Arkansas?

UAMS Health, Baptist Health, and Mercy Northwest Arkansas are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Arkansas?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 720+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Arkansas.

What about PCT career advancement in Arkansas?

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

Which Arkansas region has the most PCT jobs?

Little Rock Metro leads with 35% of Arkansas PCT openings. Northwest Arkansas and Fort Smith also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Arkansas?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Arkansas employers. UAMS Health and Baptist Health actively hire new PCTs.

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