Patient Care Technician Jobs in North Carolina

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in North Carolina. 3100+ openings, $30k-$42k salary range, top employers Atrium Health, Duke University Health, UNC Health. Tar Heel State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

3100+
Annual Openings
$34K
Median Salary
13%
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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina

North Carolina's healthcare industry serves the Tar Heel State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Atrium Health and Duke University Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

North Carolina's PCT job market features Atrium Health as a leading employer with 300+ annual hires. Duke University Health and UNC Health also compete for talent. Charlotte Metro has the highest concentration with 27% 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 North Carolina

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Charlotte Metro 837+ 27%
Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle 744+ 24%
Greensboro/Triad 434+ 14%
Wilmington/Coastal 279+ 9%
Asheville/Western NC 217+ 7%
Fayetteville 186+ 6%
Other North Carolina 403+ 13%

PCT Salary in North Carolina

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

Charlotte Metro typically pays highest in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina

North Carolina features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Atrium Health

Locations: Charlotte/Statewide

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (704) 355-2000

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

Hires approximately 300 PCTs annually

North Carolina's leading employer, comprehensive benefits, career growth.

Duke University Health

Locations: Durham

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (919) 684-8111

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

Major North Carolina system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

UNC Health

Locations: Chapel Hill/Statewide

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (984) 974-1000

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

North Carolina provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita North Carolina

Locations: Statewide (130+ centers)

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

Specialty care, North Carolina coverage, consistent schedules.

Cone Health

Locations: Greensboro

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (336) 832-7000

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Novant Health

Locations: Charlotte/Winston-Salem

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (336) 718-5600

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

Hires approximately 140 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care North Carolina

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with extensive North Carolina presence. PCTs provide dialysis care statewide.

Hires approximately 77 PCTs annually

75+ centers, tuition reimbursement, growing market.

North Carolina VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, North Carolina

Phone: (919) 286-0411

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple North Carolina locations

Phone: (336) 832-7000

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

Hires approximately 77 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

North Carolina Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (919) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in North Carolina

Entry-Level PCT

$$30,000-$34,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning North Carolina'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 North Carolina

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Atrium Health, Charlotte Metro

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

Started at $30K at Atrium. Building PCT career in North Carolina.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Duke University Health, Raleigh-Durham

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in North Carolina:

What is the average PCT salary in North Carolina?

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

Who are the top PCT employers in North Carolina?

Atrium Health, Duke University Health, and UNC Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in North Carolina?

Yes—13% job growth expected with 3100+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across North Carolina.

What about PCT career advancement in North Carolina?

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

Which North Carolina region has the most PCT jobs?

Charlotte Metro leads with 27% of North Carolina PCT openings. Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle and Greensboro/Triad also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in North Carolina?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to North Carolina employers. Atrium Health and Duke University Health actively hire new PCTs.

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