Patient Care Technician Jobs in North Dakota

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in North Dakota. 340+ openings, $32k-$44k salary range, top employers Sanford Health, CHI St. Alexius, Altru Health. Peace Garden State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

340+
Annual Openings
$36K
Median Salary
8%
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 North Dakota 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 Dakota

North Dakota's healthcare industry serves the Peace Garden State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

North Dakota's PCT job market features Sanford Health as a leading employer with 80+ annual hires. CHI St. Alexius and Altru Health also compete for talent. Fargo/Moorhead has the highest concentration with 40% 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 Dakota

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Fargo/Moorhead 136+ 40%
Bismarck 68+ 20%
Grand Forks 51+ 15%
Minot 37+ 11%
Williston/Oil Country 20+ 6%
Dickinson 14+ 4%
Other North Dakota 14+ 4%

PCT Salary in North Dakota

Entry Level
$32K
Median Salary
$36K
Experienced
$44K

Fargo/Moorhead typically pays highest in North Dakota. 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 Dakota

North Dakota features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Sanford Health

Locations: Fargo/Statewide

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 234-2000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

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

CHI St. Alexius

Locations: Bismarck/Statewide

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 530-7000

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Major North Dakota system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Altru Health

Locations: Grand Forks

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 780-5000

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

North Dakota provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita North Dakota

Locations: Major Cities (10+ centers)

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Specialty care, North Dakota coverage, consistent schedules.

McKenzie County Healthcare

Locations: Watford City

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 842-3000

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

Hires approximately 10 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Trinity Health

Locations: Minot

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 857-5000

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care North Dakota

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with limited North Dakota presence. PCTs provide dialysis care in major cities.

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

8+ centers, tuition reimbursement, strong communities.

North Dakota VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, North Dakota

Phone: (701) 232-3241

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

Hires approximately 8 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple North Dakota locations

Phone: (701) 842-3000

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

North Dakota Community Hospitals

Locations: Major cities

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (701) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 6 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in North Dakota

Entry-Level PCT

$$32,000-$36,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$38,000-$42,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$46,000-$52,000

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

PCT Success Stories from North Dakota

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Sanford Health, Fargo

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

Started at $32K at Sanford. Building PCT career in North Dakota.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

CHI St. Alexius, Bismarck

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

Earning $36K at CHI. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in North Dakota:

What is the average PCT salary in North Dakota?

North Dakota PCTs earn $36K median salary. Entry-level starts around $32K. Experienced PCTs earn $44K+. Fargo/Moorhead typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in North Dakota?

Sanford Health, CHI St. Alexius, and Altru Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in North Dakota?

Yes—8% job growth expected with 340+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across North Dakota.

What about PCT career advancement in North Dakota?

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

Which North Dakota region has the most PCT jobs?

Fargo/Moorhead leads with 40% of North Dakota PCT openings. Bismarck and Grand Forks also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in North Dakota?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to North Dakota employers. Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius actively hire new PCTs.

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