Patient Care Technician Jobs in Delaware

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Delaware. 340+ openings, $32k-$44k salary range, top employers ChristianaCare, Bayhealth, Nemours Children's. First State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

340+
Annual Openings
$36K
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).

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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 Delaware 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 Delaware

Delaware's healthcare industry serves the First State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including ChristianaCare and Bayhealth compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Delaware's PCT job market features ChristianaCare as a leading employer with 95+ annual hires. Bayhealth and Nemours Children's also compete for talent. Wilmington/New Castle has the highest concentration with 55% 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 Delaware

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Wilmington/New Castle 187+ 55%
Dover/Kent County 68+ 20%
Newark/Suburban 51+ 15%
Sussex County/Beach 20+ 6%
Middletown 10+ 3%
Smyrna 3+ 1%
Other Delaware 1+ 0%

PCT Salary in Delaware

Entry Level
$32K
Median Salary
$36K
Experienced
$44K

Wilmington/New Castle typically pays highest in Delaware. 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 Delaware

Delaware features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

ChristianaCare

Locations: Wilmington/Newark

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 733-1000

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

Hires approximately 95 PCTs annually

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

Bayhealth

Locations: Dover/Milford

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 744-7001

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Major Delaware system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Nemours Children's

Locations: Wilmington

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 651-4000

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Delaware provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Delaware

Locations: Statewide (15+ centers)

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Delaware coverage, consistent schedules.

VA Wilmington

Locations: Wilmington

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 994-2511

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Beebe Healthcare

Locations: Lewes

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 645-3300

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Delaware

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Delaware locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with Delaware presence. PCTs provide dialysis care in this compact state.

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

8+ centers, tuition reimbursement, close-knit teams.

Delaware VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Delaware

Phone: (302) 994-2511

Veterans healthcare across Delaware. 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 Delaware locations

Phone: (302) 994-2511

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Delaware Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (302) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 8 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Delaware

Entry-Level PCT

$$32,000-$36,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$38,000-$42,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$46,000-$52,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Delaware

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

ChristianaCare, Wilmington

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

Started at $32K at ChristianaCare. Building PCT career in Delaware.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Bayhealth, Dover

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

Earning $36K at Bayhealth. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Delaware:

What is the average PCT salary in Delaware?

Delaware PCTs earn $36K median salary. Entry-level starts around $32K. Experienced PCTs earn $44K+. Wilmington/New Castle typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Delaware?

ChristianaCare, Bayhealth, and Nemours Children's are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Delaware?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 340+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Delaware.

What about PCT career advancement in Delaware?

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

Which Delaware region has the most PCT jobs?

Wilmington/New Castle leads with 55% of Delaware PCT openings. Dover/Kent County and Newark/Suburban also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Delaware?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Delaware employers. ChristianaCare and Bayhealth actively hire new PCTs.

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