Patient Care Technician Jobs in Maine

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Maine. 620+ openings, $32k-$44k salary range, top employers MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, Central Maine Healthcare. Pine Tree State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

620+
Annual Openings
$36K
Median Salary
8%
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).

✓ Free enrollment • self-paced ✓ Job & externship resources ✓ Mobile-friendly learning ✓ AMCA PCTC challenge support

Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior patient care experience who need certification to validate their skills for Maine 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 Maine

Maine's healthcare industry serves the Pine Tree State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including MaineHealth and Northern Light Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Maine's PCT job market features MaineHealth as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. Northern Light Health and Central Maine Healthcare also compete for talent. Portland 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 Maine

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Portland Metro 248+ 40%
Bangor/Penobscot 93+ 15%
Lewiston-Auburn 74+ 12%
Augusta/Kennebec 56+ 9%
York County/Southern ME 62+ 10%
Aroostook County 31+ 5%
Other Maine 56+ 9%

PCT Salary in Maine

Entry Level
$32K
Median Salary
$36K
Experienced
$44K

Portland Metro typically pays highest in Maine. 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 Maine

Maine features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

MaineHealth

Locations: Portland/Statewide

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 661-0111

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

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

Northern Light Health

Locations: Bangor/Statewide

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 973-7000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Major Maine system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Central Maine Healthcare

Locations: Lewiston

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 795-0111

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Maine provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Maine

Locations: Statewide (20+ centers)

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Maine coverage, consistent schedules.

York Hospital

Locations: York

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 363-4321

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

MaineGeneral Health

Locations: Augusta

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 626-1000

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Maine

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

12+ centers, tuition reimbursement, coastal lifestyle.

Maine VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Maine

Phone: (207) 623-8411

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Maine locations

Phone: (207) 363-4321

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Maine Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (207) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 10 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Maine

Entry-Level PCT

$$32,000-$36,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$38,000-$42,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$46,000-$52,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Maine

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

MaineHealth, Portland Metro

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

Started at $32K at MaineHealth. Building PCT career in Maine.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Northern Light Health, Bangor

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

Earning $36K at Northern. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Maine:

What is the average PCT salary in Maine?

Maine PCTs earn $36K median salary. Entry-level starts around $32K. Experienced PCTs earn $44K+. Portland Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Maine?

MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Central Maine Healthcare are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Maine?

Yes—8% job growth expected with 620+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Maine.

What about PCT career advancement in Maine?

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

Which Maine region has the most PCT jobs?

Portland Metro leads with 40% of Maine PCT openings. Bangor/Penobscot and Lewiston-Auburn also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Maine?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Maine employers. MaineHealth and Northern Light Health actively hire new PCTs.

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