Patient Care Technician Jobs in Colorado

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Colorado. 1450+ openings, $34k-$46k salary range, top employers UCHealth, SCL Health, Centura Health. Centennial State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1450+
Annual Openings
$38K
Median Salary
13%
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 Colorado 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 Colorado

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

Colorado's PCT job market features UCHealth as a leading employer with 180+ annual hires. SCL Health and Centura Health also compete for talent. Denver Metro has the highest concentration with 50% of openings.

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Hospitals
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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 Colorado

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Denver Metro 725+ 50%
Colorado Springs 218+ 15%
Boulder/Broomfield 116+ 8%
Fort Collins/Northern CO 102+ 7%
Aurora/East Metro 145+ 10%
Grand Junction/Western Slope 58+ 4%
Other Colorado 86+ 6%

PCT Salary in Colorado

Entry Level
$34K
Median Salary
$38K
Experienced
$46K

Denver Metro typically pays highest in Colorado. 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 Colorado

Colorado features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

UCHealth

Locations: Denver/Front Range (13 hospitals)

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (720) 848-0000

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

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

SCL Health

Locations: Denver Metro

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (303) 813-5190

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

Hires approximately 120 PCTs annually

Major Colorado system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Centura Health

Locations: Statewide (17 hospitals)

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (303) 804-8166

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

Hires approximately 140 PCTs annually

Colorado provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Colorado

Locations: Statewide (80+ centers)

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 140 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Colorado coverage, consistent schedules.

Children's Hospital Colorado

Locations: Aurora

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (720) 777-1234

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Denver Health

Locations: Denver

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (303) 436-6000

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

Hires approximately 65 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Colorado

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with strong Colorado presence. PCTs provide dialysis care across the state.

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

35+ centers, tuition reimbursement, mountain lifestyle.

Colorado VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Colorado

Phone: (303) 399-8020

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

Hires approximately 30 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Colorado locations

Phone: (720) 777-1234

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

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Colorado Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (303) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Colorado

Entry-Level PCT

$$34,000-$38,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$40,000-$44,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$44,000-$48,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$48,000-$54,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Colorado

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

UCHealth, Denver Metro

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

Started at $34K at UCHealth. Building PCT career in Colorado.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

SCL Health, Colorado Springs

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

Earning $38K at SCL. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Colorado:

What is the average PCT salary in Colorado?

Colorado PCTs earn $38K median salary. Entry-level starts around $34K. Experienced PCTs earn $46K+. Denver Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Colorado?

UCHealth, SCL Health, and Centura Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Colorado?

Yes—13% job growth expected with 1450+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Colorado.

What about PCT career advancement in Colorado?

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

Which Colorado region has the most PCT jobs?

Denver Metro leads with 50% of Colorado PCT openings. Colorado Springs and Boulder/Broomfield also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Colorado?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Colorado employers. UCHealth and SCL Health actively hire new PCTs.

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