Patient Care Technician Jobs in Mississippi

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Mississippi. 850+ openings, $26k-$38k salary range, top employers UMMC, Baptist Memorial Health, Memorial Hospital Gulfport. Magnolia State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

850+
Annual Openings
$30K
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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi

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

Mississippi's PCT job market features UMMC as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. Baptist Memorial Health and Memorial Hospital Gulfport also compete for talent. Jackson Metro has the highest concentration with 35% of openings.

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Healthcare Workers
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Hospitals
#50
Health Ranking
84.8%
Cost of Living

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 Mississippi

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Jackson Metro 298+ 35%
Gulf Coast (Biloxi/Gulfport) 136+ 16%
Hattiesburg/Pine Belt 94+ 11%
Tupelo/Northeast MS 85+ 10%
Meridian/East MS 60+ 7%
Columbus/Golden Triangle 51+ 6%
Other Mississippi 126+ 15%

PCT Salary in Mississippi

Entry Level
$26K
Median Salary
$30K
Experienced
$38K

Jackson Metro typically pays highest in Mississippi. 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 Mississippi

Mississippi features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

UMMC

Locations: Jackson

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (601) 984-1000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

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

Baptist Memorial Health

Locations: Jackson/North MS

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (662) 377-7364

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Major Mississippi system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Memorial Hospital Gulfport

Locations: Gulf Coast

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (228) 867-4000

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Mississippi provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Mississippi

Locations: Statewide (50+ centers)

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Mississippi coverage, consistent schedules.

Singing River Health

Locations: Gulf Coast

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (228) 809-5000

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

Hires approximately 40 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

North Mississippi Health

Locations: Tupelo

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (662) 377-3000

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Mississippi

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 21 PCTs annually

25+ centers, tuition reimbursement, low cost of living.

Mississippi VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Mississippi

Phone: (601) 362-4471

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Mississippi locations

Phone: (228) 809-5000

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

Hires approximately 21 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Mississippi Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (601) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Mississippi

Entry-Level PCT

$$26,000-$30,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$32,000-$36,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$36,000-$40,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$40,000-$46,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Mississippi

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

UMMC, Jackson Metro

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

Started at $26K at UMMC. Building PCT career in Mississippi.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Baptist Memorial Health, Gulf Coast

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

Earning $30K at Baptist. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Mississippi:

What is the average PCT salary in Mississippi?

Mississippi PCTs earn $30K median salary. Entry-level starts around $26K. Experienced PCTs earn $38K+. Jackson Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Mississippi?

UMMC, Baptist Memorial Health, and Memorial Hospital Gulfport are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Mississippi?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 850+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Mississippi.

What about PCT career advancement in Mississippi?

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

Which Mississippi region has the most PCT jobs?

Jackson Metro leads with 35% of Mississippi PCT openings. Gulf Coast (Biloxi/Gulfport) and Hattiesburg/Pine Belt also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Mississippi?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Mississippi employers. UMMC and Baptist Memorial Health actively hire new PCTs.

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