Patient Care Technician Jobs in Missouri

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Missouri. 2100+ openings, $30k-$42k salary range, top employers BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, Mercy. Show Me State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

2100+
Annual Openings
$34K
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).

✓ 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 Missouri 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 Missouri

Missouri's healthcare industry serves the Show Me State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including BJC HealthCare and SSM Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Missouri's PCT job market features BJC HealthCare as a leading employer with 200+ annual hires. SSM Health and Mercy also compete for talent. St. Louis 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 Missouri

Region Annual Openings Market Share
St. Louis Metro 735+ 35%
Kansas City Metro (MO side) 630+ 30%
Springfield 189+ 9%
Columbia 147+ 7%
Joplin/SW Missouri 105+ 5%
Cape Girardeau/SE MO 84+ 4%
Other Missouri 210+ 10%

PCT Salary in Missouri

Entry Level
$30K
Median Salary
$34K
Experienced
$42K

St. Louis Metro typically pays highest in Missouri. 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 Missouri

Missouri features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

BJC HealthCare

Locations: St. Louis

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (314) 286-2000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

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

SSM Health

Locations: St. Louis/Statewide

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (314) 994-7800

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Major Missouri system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Mercy

Locations: Springfield/Statewide

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (417) 820-2000

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

Missouri provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Missouri

Locations: Statewide (90+ centers)

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Missouri coverage, consistent schedules.

University of Missouri Health

Locations: Columbia

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (573) 882-4141

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Saint Luke's Health

Locations: Kansas City

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (816) 932-2000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Missouri

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 52 PCTs annually

50+ centers, tuition reimbursement, central location.

Missouri VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Missouri

Phone: (314) 652-4100

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Missouri locations

Phone: (573) 882-4141

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

Hires approximately 52 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Missouri Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (314) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Missouri

Entry-Level PCT

$$30,000-$34,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$40,000-$44,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$44,000-$50,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Missouri

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

BJC HealthCare, St. Louis Metro

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

Started at $30K at BJC. Building PCT career in Missouri.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

SSM Health, Kansas City Metro

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

Earning $34K at SSM. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Missouri:

What is the average PCT salary in Missouri?

Missouri PCTs earn $34K median salary. Entry-level starts around $30K. Experienced PCTs earn $42K+. St. Louis Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Missouri?

BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and Mercy are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Missouri?

Yes—11% job growth expected with 2100+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Missouri.

What about PCT career advancement in Missouri?

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

Which Missouri region has the most PCT jobs?

St. Louis Metro leads with 35% of Missouri PCT openings. Kansas City Metro (MO side) and Springfield also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Missouri?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Missouri employers. BJC HealthCare and SSM Health actively hire new PCTs.

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