Patient Care Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Massachusetts. 3200+ openings, $38k-$52k salary range, top employers Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey Health, UMass Memorial Health. Bay State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

3200+
Annual Openings
$44K
Median Salary
9%
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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts's healthcare industry serves the Bay State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Mass General Brigham and Beth Israel Lahey Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Massachusetts's PCT job market features Mass General Brigham as a leading employer with 300+ annual hires. Beth Israel Lahey Health and UMass Memorial Health also compete for talent. Greater Boston has the highest concentration with 50% 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 Massachusetts

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Greater Boston 1600+ 50%
Worcester/Central MA 416+ 13%
Springfield/Western MA 320+ 10%
Cape Cod/Southeast 256+ 8%
North Shore 224+ 7%
South Shore 192+ 6%
Other Massachusetts 192+ 6%

PCT Salary in Massachusetts

Entry Level
$38K
Median Salary
$44K
Experienced
$52K

Greater Boston typically pays highest in Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Mass General Brigham

Locations: Boston/Statewide

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (617) 726-2000

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

Hires approximately 300 PCTs annually

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

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Locations: Boston/Statewide

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (617) 667-7000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

Major Massachusetts system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

UMass Memorial Health

Locations: Worcester

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (508) 334-1000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Massachusetts provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Massachusetts

Locations: Statewide (80+ centers)

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Massachusetts coverage, consistent schedules.

Tufts Medical Center

Locations: Boston

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (617) 636-5000

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Baystate Health

Locations: Springfield

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (413) 794-0000

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

Hires approximately 65 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Massachusetts

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with strong Massachusetts presence. PCTs provide dialysis care statewide.

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

50+ centers, tuition reimbursement, world-class healthcare.

Massachusetts VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Massachusetts

Phone: (857) 364-4000

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Massachusetts locations

Phone: (617) 636-5000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Massachusetts Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (617) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 30 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Massachusetts

Entry-Level PCT

$$38,000-$42,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$45,000-$49,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$50,000-$54,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$54,000-$60,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Massachusetts

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Mass General Brigham, Greater Boston

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

Started at $38K at Mass. Building PCT career in Massachusetts.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Worcester

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

Earning $44K at Beth. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Massachusetts:

What is the average PCT salary in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts PCTs earn $44K median salary. Entry-level starts around $38K. Experienced PCTs earn $52K+. Greater Boston typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Massachusetts?

Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and UMass Memorial Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Massachusetts?

Yes—9% job growth expected with 3200+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Massachusetts.

What about PCT career advancement in Massachusetts?

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

Which Massachusetts region has the most PCT jobs?

Greater Boston leads with 50% of Massachusetts PCT openings. Worcester/Central MA and Springfield/Western MA also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Massachusetts?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Massachusetts employers. Mass General Brigham and Beth Israel Lahey Health actively hire new PCTs.

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