Patient Care Technician Jobs in Georgia

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Georgia. 3200+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, Wellstar Health. Peach State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

3200+
Annual Openings
$32K
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 Georgia 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 Georgia

Georgia's healthcare industry serves the Peach State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Emory Healthcare and Piedmont Healthcare compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Georgia's PCT job market features Emory Healthcare as a leading employer with 200+ annual hires. Piedmont Healthcare and Wellstar Health also compete for talent. Atlanta Metro has the highest concentration with 50% 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 Georgia

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Atlanta Metro 1600+ 50%
Savannah/Coastal 384+ 12%
Augusta 320+ 10%
Macon/Central GA 256+ 8%
Columbus 192+ 6%
Athens 160+ 5%
Other Georgia 288+ 9%

PCT Salary in Georgia

Entry Level
$28K
Median Salary
$32K
Experienced
$40K

Atlanta Metro typically pays highest in Georgia. 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 Georgia

Georgia features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Emory Healthcare

Locations: Atlanta (11 hospitals)

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (404) 778-7777

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

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

Piedmont Healthcare

Locations: Atlanta/Statewide

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (404) 605-5000

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

Major Georgia system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Wellstar Health

Locations: Atlanta Metro

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (470) 644-8000

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Georgia provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Georgia

Locations: Statewide (120+ centers)

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Georgia coverage, consistent schedules.

Memorial Health

Locations: Savannah

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (912) 350-8000

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Augusta University Health

Locations: Augusta

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (706) 721-0211

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Georgia

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

70+ centers, tuition reimbursement, southern hospitality.

Georgia VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Georgia

Phone: (404) 321-6111

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Georgia locations

Phone: (912) 350-8000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Georgia Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (404) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Georgia

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$34,000-$38,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$38,000-$42,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$42,000-$48,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Georgia

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Emory Healthcare, Atlanta Metro

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

Started at $28K at Emory. Building PCT career in Georgia.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Piedmont Healthcare, Savannah

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

Earning $32K at Piedmont. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Georgia:

What is the average PCT salary in Georgia?

Georgia PCTs earn $32K median salary. Entry-level starts around $28K. Experienced PCTs earn $40K+. Atlanta Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Georgia?

Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Georgia?

Yes—13% job growth expected with 3200+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Georgia.

What about PCT career advancement in Georgia?

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

Which Georgia region has the most PCT jobs?

Atlanta Metro leads with 50% of Georgia PCT openings. Savannah/Coastal and Augusta also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Georgia?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Georgia employers. Emory Healthcare and Piedmont Healthcare actively hire new PCTs.

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