Patient Care Technician Jobs in Connecticut

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Connecticut. 1100+ openings, $36k-$50k salary range, top employers Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, Trinity Health Of New England. Constitution State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1100+
Annual Openings
$42K
Median Salary
9%
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 Connecticut 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 Connecticut

Connecticut's healthcare industry serves the Constitution State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Yale New Haven Health and Hartford HealthCare compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Connecticut's PCT job market features Yale New Haven Health as a leading employer with 140+ annual hires. Hartford HealthCare and Trinity Health Of New England also compete for talent. Hartford 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 Connecticut

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Hartford Metro 330+ 30%
New Haven Metro 275+ 25%
Fairfield County 220+ 20%
Bridgeport/Coastal 110+ 10%
Waterbury 55+ 5%
New London/Eastern CT 55+ 5%
Other Connecticut 55+ 5%

PCT Salary in Connecticut

Entry Level
$36K
Median Salary
$42K
Experienced
$50K

Hartford Metro typically pays highest in Connecticut. 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 Connecticut

Connecticut features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Yale New Haven Health

Locations: New Haven/Statewide

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (203) 688-4242

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

Hires approximately 140 PCTs annually

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

Hartford HealthCare

Locations: Hartford/Statewide

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (860) 545-5000

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

Hires approximately 130 PCTs annually

Major Connecticut system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Trinity Health Of New England

Locations: Hartford

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (860) 714-4000

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

Hires approximately 75 PCTs annually

Connecticut provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Connecticut

Locations: Statewide (40+ centers)

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 75 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Connecticut coverage, consistent schedules.

Nuvance Health

Locations: Danbury/Western CT

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (203) 739-7000

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

Hires approximately 40 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Stamford Health

Locations: Stamford

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (203) 276-1000

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Connecticut

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Connecticut locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 27 PCTs annually

25+ centers, tuition reimbursement, excellent benefits.

Connecticut VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Connecticut

Phone: (203) 932-5711

Veterans healthcare across Connecticut. 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 Connecticut locations

Phone: (203) 739-7000

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

Hires approximately 27 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Connecticut Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (860) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Connecticut

Entry-Level PCT

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$43,000-$47,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$48,000-$52,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$52,000-$58,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Connecticut

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Yale New Haven Health, Hartford Metro

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

Started at $36K at Yale. Building PCT career in Connecticut.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Hartford HealthCare, New Haven Metro

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

Earning $42K at Hartford. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Connecticut:

What is the average PCT salary in Connecticut?

Connecticut PCTs earn $42K median salary. Entry-level starts around $36K. Experienced PCTs earn $50K+. Hartford Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Connecticut?

Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, and Trinity Health Of New England are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Connecticut?

Yes—9% job growth expected with 1100+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Connecticut.

What about PCT career advancement in Connecticut?

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

Which Connecticut region has the most PCT jobs?

Hartford Metro leads with 30% of Connecticut PCT openings. New Haven Metro and Fairfield County also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Connecticut?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Connecticut employers. Yale New Haven Health and Hartford HealthCare actively hire new PCTs.

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