Patient Care Technician Jobs in Indiana

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Indiana. 2200+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers IU Health, Ascension St. Vincent, Parkview Health. Hoosier State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

2200+
Annual Openings
$32K
Median Salary
11%
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 Indiana 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 Indiana

Indiana's healthcare industry serves the Hoosier State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including IU Health and Ascension St. Vincent compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Indiana's PCT job market features IU Health as a leading employer with 200+ annual hires. Ascension St. Vincent and Parkview Health also compete for talent. Indianapolis Metro has the highest concentration with 40% 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 Indiana

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Indianapolis Metro 880+ 40%
Fort Wayne/Northeast 330+ 15%
South Bend/Michiana 264+ 12%
Evansville/Southwest 220+ 10%
Lafayette/West Central 154+ 7%
Bloomington 110+ 5%
Other Indiana 242+ 11%

PCT Salary in Indiana

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

Indianapolis Metro typically pays highest in Indiana. 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 Indiana

Indiana features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

IU Health

Locations: Indianapolis/Statewide

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (317) 962-2000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

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

Ascension St. Vincent

Locations: Indianapolis/Statewide

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (317) 338-2345

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Major Indiana system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Parkview Health

Locations: Fort Wayne

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (260) 266-1000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Indiana provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Indiana

Locations: Statewide (90+ centers)

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Indiana coverage, consistent schedules.

Franciscan Health

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (317) 528-8000

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

Hires approximately 75 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Community Health Network

Locations: Indianapolis

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (317) 355-1411

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Indiana

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

45+ centers, tuition reimbursement, Midwest values.

Indiana VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Indiana

Phone: (317) 988-2500

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Indiana locations

Phone: (317) 528-8000

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Indiana Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (317) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Indiana

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning Indiana'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 Indiana

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

IU Health, Indianapolis Metro

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

Started at $28K at IU. Building PCT career in Indiana.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Ascension St. Vincent, Fort Wayne

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Indiana:

What is the average PCT salary in Indiana?

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

Who are the top PCT employers in Indiana?

IU Health, Ascension St. Vincent, and Parkview Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Indiana?

Yes—11% job growth expected with 2200+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Indiana.

What about PCT career advancement in Indiana?

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

Which Indiana region has the most PCT jobs?

Indianapolis Metro leads with 40% of Indiana PCT openings. Fort Wayne/Northeast and South Bend/Michiana also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Indiana?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Indiana employers. IU Health and Ascension St. Vincent actively hire new PCTs.

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