Patient Care Technician Jobs in Maryland

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Maryland. 2100+ openings, $36k-$48k salary range, top employers Johns Hopkins Health, MedStar Health, University of Maryland Medical. Old Line State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

2100+
Annual Openings
$40K
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).

✓ 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 Maryland 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 Maryland

Maryland's healthcare industry serves the Old Line State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Johns Hopkins Health and MedStar Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Maryland's PCT job market features Johns Hopkins Health as a leading employer with 200+ annual hires. MedStar Health and University of Maryland Medical also compete for talent. Baltimore 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 Maryland

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Baltimore Metro 840+ 40%
DC Suburbs (Montgomery/PG) 630+ 30%
Frederick/Western MD 168+ 8%
Anne Arundel/Annapolis 147+ 7%
Eastern Shore 105+ 5%
Southern Maryland 105+ 5%
Other Maryland 105+ 5%

PCT Salary in Maryland

Entry Level
$36K
Median Salary
$40K
Experienced
$48K

Baltimore Metro typically pays highest in Maryland. 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 Maryland

Maryland features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Johns Hopkins Health

Locations: Baltimore

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (410) 955-5000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

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

MedStar Health

Locations: Baltimore/DC

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (410) 772-6500

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

Major Maryland system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

University of Maryland Medical

Locations: Baltimore/Statewide

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (410) 328-8667

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Maryland provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Maryland

Locations: Statewide (70+ centers)

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Maryland coverage, consistent schedules.

Adventist HealthCare

Locations: DC Suburbs

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (301) 315-3030

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

LifeBridge Health

Locations: Baltimore

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (410) 601-9000

Regional Maryland 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 Maryland

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 52 PCTs annually

40+ centers, tuition reimbursement, DC metro access.

Maryland VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Maryland

Phone: (410) 605-7000

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

Hires approximately 40 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Maryland locations

Phone: (301) 315-3030

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

Hires approximately 52 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Maryland Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (410) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Maryland

Entry-Level PCT

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$46,000-$50,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$50,000-$56,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Maryland

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Johns Hopkins Health, Baltimore Metro

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

Started at $36K at Johns. Building PCT career in Maryland.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

MedStar Health, DC Suburbs

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

Earning $40K at MedStar. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Maryland:

What is the average PCT salary in Maryland?

Maryland PCTs earn $40K median salary. Entry-level starts around $36K. Experienced PCTs earn $48K+. Baltimore Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Maryland?

Johns Hopkins Health, MedStar Health, and University of Maryland Medical are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Maryland?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 2100+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Maryland.

What about PCT career advancement in Maryland?

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

Which Maryland region has the most PCT jobs?

Baltimore Metro leads with 40% of Maryland PCT openings. DC Suburbs (Montgomery/PG) and Frederick/Western MD also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Maryland?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Maryland employers. Johns Hopkins Health and MedStar Health actively hire new PCTs.

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