Patient Care Technician Jobs in Florida

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Florida. 6800+ openings, $30k-$42k salary range, top employers HCA Florida, AdventHealth, Baptist Health South Florida. Sunshine State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

6800+
Annual Openings
$34K
Median Salary
16%
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 Florida 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 Florida

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

Florida's PCT job market features HCA Florida as a leading employer with 550+ annual hires. AdventHealth and Baptist Health South Florida also compete for talent. South Florida (Miami-Dade/Broward) has the highest concentration with 30% of openings.

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Healthcare Workers
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Cost of Living

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 Florida

Region Annual Openings Market Share
South Florida (Miami-Dade/Broward) 2040+ 30%
Tampa Bay 1156+ 17%
Orlando Metro 1020+ 15%
Jacksonville 680+ 10%
Palm Beach County 544+ 8%
Southwest Florida 476+ 7%
Other Florida 884+ 13%

PCT Salary in Florida

Entry Level
$30K
Median Salary
$34K
Experienced
$42K

South Florida (Miami-Dade/Broward) typically pays highest in Florida. 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 Florida

Florida features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

HCA Florida

Locations: Statewide (49 hospitals)

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (615) 344-9551

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

Hires approximately 550 PCTs annually

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

AdventHealth

Locations: Orlando/Central FL

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (407) 303-5600

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

Hires approximately 400 PCTs annually

Major Florida system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Baptist Health South Florida

Locations: Miami

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (786) 596-1960

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

Florida provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Florida

Locations: Statewide (350+ centers)

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Florida coverage, consistent schedules.

UF Health

Locations: Gainesville/Jacksonville

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (352) 265-0111

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Tampa General Hospital

Locations: Tampa

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (813) 844-7000

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

Hires approximately 120 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Florida

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with extensive Florida network. PCTs provide dialysis care statewide.

Hires approximately 170 PCTs annually

150+ centers, tuition reimbursement, year-round sunshine.

Florida VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Florida

Phone: (352) 376-1611

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Florida locations

Phone: (352) 265-0111

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

Hires approximately 170 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Florida Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (850) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 75 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Florida

Entry-Level PCT

$$30,000-$34,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$40,000-$44,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$44,000-$50,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Florida

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

HCA Florida, South Florida

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

Started at $30K at HCA. Building PCT career in Florida.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

AdventHealth, Tampa Bay

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

Earning $34K at AdventHealth. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Florida:

What is the average PCT salary in Florida?

Florida PCTs earn $34K median salary. Entry-level starts around $30K. Experienced PCTs earn $42K+. South Florida (Miami-Dade/Broward) typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Florida?

HCA Florida, AdventHealth, and Baptist Health South Florida are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Florida?

Yes—16% job growth expected with 6800+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Florida.

What about PCT career advancement in Florida?

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

Which Florida region has the most PCT jobs?

South Florida (Miami-Dade/Broward) leads with 30% of Florida PCT openings. Tampa Bay and Orlando Metro also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Florida?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Florida employers. HCA Florida and AdventHealth actively hire new PCTs.

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