Patient Care Technician Jobs in Kansas

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Kansas. 950+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers The University of Kansas Health, Ascension Via Christi, Stormont Vail Health. Sunflower State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

950+
Annual Openings
$32K
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 Kansas 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 Kansas

Kansas's healthcare industry serves the Sunflower State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including The University of Kansas Health and Ascension Via Christi compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Kansas's PCT job market features The University of Kansas Health as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. Ascension Via Christi and Stormont Vail Health also compete for talent. Kansas City Metro (KS side) has the highest concentration with 35% 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 Kansas

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Kansas City Metro (KS side) 333+ 35%
Wichita 247+ 26%
Topeka 105+ 11%
Lawrence 57+ 6%
Overland Park 76+ 8%
Manhattan 38+ 4%
Other Kansas 94+ 10%

PCT Salary in Kansas

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

Kansas City Metro (KS side) typically pays highest in Kansas. 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 Kansas

Kansas features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

The University of Kansas Health

Locations: Kansas City

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (913) 588-5000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

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

Ascension Via Christi

Locations: Wichita/Statewide

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (316) 268-5000

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Major Kansas system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Stormont Vail Health

Locations: Topeka

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (785) 354-6000

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Kansas provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Kansas

Locations: Statewide (40+ centers)

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Kansas coverage, consistent schedules.

AdventHealth Kansas

Locations: Kansas City

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (913) 676-2000

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Wesley Healthcare

Locations: Wichita

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (316) 962-2000

Regional Kansas 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 Kansas

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 23 PCTs annually

20+ centers, tuition reimbursement, affordable living.

Kansas VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Kansas

Phone: (913) 684-4000

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Kansas locations

Phone: (913) 676-2000

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

Hires approximately 23 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Kansas Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (316) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Kansas

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

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

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

The University of Kansas Health, Kansas City Metro

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

Started at $28K at The. Building PCT career in Kansas.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Ascension Via Christi, Wichita

"I chose Ascension Via Christi for the advancement opportunities. The pay is competitive and the benefits are excellent. The Sunflower 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 Kansas:

What is the average PCT salary in Kansas?

Kansas PCTs earn $32K median salary. Entry-level starts around $28K. Experienced PCTs earn $40K+. Kansas City Metro (KS side) typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Kansas?

The University of Kansas Health, Ascension Via Christi, and Stormont Vail Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Kansas?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 950+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Kansas.

What about PCT career advancement in Kansas?

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

Which Kansas region has the most PCT jobs?

Kansas City Metro (KS side) leads with 35% of Kansas PCT openings. Wichita and Topeka also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Kansas?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Kansas employers. The University of Kansas Health and Ascension Via Christi actively hire new PCTs.

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