Patient Care Technician Jobs in Nebraska

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Nebraska. 680+ openings, $30k-$42k salary range, top employers Nebraska Medicine, CHI Health, Bryan Health. Cornhusker State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

680+
Annual Openings
$34K
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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska

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

Nebraska's PCT job market features Nebraska Medicine as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. CHI Health and Bryan Health also compete for talent. Omaha Metro 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 Nebraska

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Omaha Metro 340+ 50%
Lincoln 136+ 20%
Grand Island/Central NE 54+ 8%
Kearney 41+ 6%
Scottsbluff/Western NE 27+ 4%
Norfolk/Northeast NE 27+ 4%
Other Nebraska 55+ 8%

PCT Salary in Nebraska

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

Omaha Metro typically pays highest in Nebraska. 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 Nebraska

Nebraska features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Nebraska Medicine

Locations: Omaha

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 559-4000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

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

CHI Health

Locations: Omaha/Statewide

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 343-4500

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Major Nebraska system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Bryan Health

Locations: Lincoln

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 481-1111

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Nebraska provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Nebraska

Locations: Statewide (30+ centers)

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Nebraska coverage, consistent schedules.

Children's Hospital Omaha

Locations: Omaha

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 955-5400

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Methodist Health

Locations: Omaha

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 354-4000

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Nebraska

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 17 PCTs annually

18+ centers, tuition reimbursement, Midwest values.

Nebraska VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Nebraska

Phone: (402) 449-0660

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Nebraska locations

Phone: (402) 955-5400

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

Hires approximately 17 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Nebraska Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (402) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Nebraska

Entry-Level PCT

$$30,000-$34,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning Nebraska'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 Nebraska

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Nebraska Medicine, Omaha Metro

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

Started at $30K at Nebraska. Building PCT career in Nebraska.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

CHI Health, Lincoln

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Nebraska:

What is the average PCT salary in Nebraska?

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

Who are the top PCT employers in Nebraska?

Nebraska Medicine, CHI Health, and Bryan Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Nebraska?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 680+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Nebraska.

What about PCT career advancement in Nebraska?

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

Which Nebraska region has the most PCT jobs?

Omaha Metro leads with 50% of Nebraska PCT openings. Lincoln and Grand Island/Central NE also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Nebraska?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Nebraska employers. Nebraska Medicine and CHI Health actively hire new PCTs.

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