Patient Care Technician Jobs in Oregon

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Oregon. 1450+ openings, $38k-$50k salary range, top employers Providence Oregon, OHSU, Legacy Health. Beaver State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1450+
Annual Openings
$42K
Median Salary
12%
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 Oregon 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 Oregon

Oregon's healthcare industry serves the Beaver State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Providence Oregon and OHSU compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Oregon's PCT job market features Providence Oregon as a leading employer with 150+ annual hires. OHSU and Legacy Health also compete for talent. Portland Metro has the highest concentration with 60% 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 Oregon

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Portland Metro 870+ 60%
Salem/Mid-Willamette 174+ 12%
Eugene/Lane County 145+ 10%
Bend/Central Oregon 87+ 6%
Medford/Southern Oregon 72+ 5%
Corvallis/Albany 44+ 3%
Other Oregon 58+ 4%

PCT Salary in Oregon

Entry Level
$38K
Median Salary
$42K
Experienced
$50K

Portland Metro typically pays highest in Oregon. 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 Oregon

Oregon features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Providence Oregon

Locations: Portland/Statewide

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (503) 215-1111

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

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

OHSU

Locations: Portland

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (503) 494-8311

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Major Oregon system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Legacy Health

Locations: Portland

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (503) 415-5600

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Oregon provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Oregon

Locations: Statewide (50+ centers)

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Oregon coverage, consistent schedules.

Kaiser Permanente NW

Locations: Portland

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (503) 813-2000

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

PeaceHealth

Locations: Eugene/SW Washington

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (541) 686-7300

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Oregon

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

30+ centers, tuition reimbursement, Pacific Northwest.

Oregon VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Oregon

Phone: (503) 220-8262

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Oregon locations

Phone: (503) 813-2000

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

Hires approximately 36 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Oregon Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (503) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Oregon

Entry-Level PCT

$$38,000-$42,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$44,000-$48,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$48,000-$52,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$52,000-$58,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Oregon

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Providence Oregon, Portland Metro

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

Started at $38K at Providence. Building PCT career in Oregon.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

OHSU, Salem

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

Earning $42K at OHSU. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Oregon:

What is the average PCT salary in Oregon?

Oregon PCTs earn $42K median salary. Entry-level starts around $38K. Experienced PCTs earn $50K+. Portland Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Oregon?

Providence Oregon, OHSU, and Legacy Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Oregon?

Yes—12% job growth expected with 1450+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Oregon.

What about PCT career advancement in Oregon?

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

Which Oregon region has the most PCT jobs?

Portland Metro leads with 60% of Oregon PCT openings. Salem/Mid-Willamette and Eugene/Lane County also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Oregon?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Oregon employers. Providence Oregon and OHSU actively hire new PCTs.

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