Patient Care Technician Jobs in Kentucky

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Kentucky. 1450+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, UK HealthCare. Bluegrass State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1450+
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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky

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

Kentucky's PCT job market features Norton Healthcare as a leading employer with 120+ annual hires. Baptist Health and UK HealthCare also compete for talent. Louisville Metro 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 Kentucky

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Louisville Metro 508+ 35%
Lexington/Central KY 319+ 22%
Northern Kentucky 188+ 13%
Bowling Green/South Central 116+ 8%
Eastern Kentucky 102+ 7%
Owensboro/Western KY 87+ 6%
Other Kentucky 130+ 9%

PCT Salary in Kentucky

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

Louisville Metro typically pays highest in Kentucky. 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 Kentucky

Kentucky features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Norton Healthcare

Locations: Louisville

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (502) 629-8000

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

Hires approximately 120 PCTs annually

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

Baptist Health

Locations: Louisville/Statewide

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (502) 896-5000

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

Hires approximately 110 PCTs annually

Major Kentucky system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

UK HealthCare

Locations: Lexington

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (859) 257-1000

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Kentucky provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Kentucky

Locations: Statewide (60+ centers)

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Kentucky coverage, consistent schedules.

CHI Saint Joseph

Locations: Lexington

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (859) 278-3436

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Locations: Northern KY

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (859) 301-2000

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Kentucky

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

35+ centers, tuition reimbursement, southern charm.

Kentucky VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Kentucky

Phone: (502) 287-4000

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (859) 278-3436

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

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Kentucky Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (502) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Kentucky

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

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

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Norton Healthcare, Louisville Metro

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

Started at $28K at Norton. Building PCT career in Kentucky.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Baptist Health, Lexington

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Kentucky:

What is the average PCT salary in Kentucky?

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

Who are the top PCT employers in Kentucky?

Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and UK HealthCare are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Kentucky?

Yes—11% job growth expected with 1450+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Kentucky.

What about PCT career advancement in Kentucky?

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

Which Kentucky region has the most PCT jobs?

Louisville Metro leads with 35% of Kentucky PCT openings. Lexington/Central KY and Northern Kentucky also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Kentucky?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Kentucky employers. Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health actively hire new PCTs.

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