Patient Care Technician Jobs in Rhode Island

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Rhode Island. 420+ openings, $36k-$48k salary range, top employers Lifespan, Care New England, CharterCARE Health. Ocean State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

420+
Annual Openings
$40K
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).

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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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island's healthcare industry serves the Ocean State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Lifespan and Care New England compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Rhode Island's PCT job market features Lifespan as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. Care New England and CharterCARE Health also compete for talent. Providence 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 Rhode Island

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Providence Metro 252+ 60%
Warwick/Kent County 63+ 15%
Newport/Aquidneck 42+ 10%
Woonsocket/Northern RI 29+ 7%
South County 21+ 5%
Bristol County 8+ 2%
Other Rhode Island 5+ 1%

PCT Salary in Rhode Island

Entry Level
$36K
Median Salary
$40K
Experienced
$48K

Providence Metro typically pays highest in Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Lifespan

Locations: Providence/Statewide

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 444-5636

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Rhode Island's leading employer, comprehensive benefits, career growth.

Care New England

Locations: Providence

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 453-7900

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Major Rhode Island system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

CharterCARE Health

Locations: Providence

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 456-2000

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Rhode Island provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Rhode Island

Locations: Statewide (15+ centers)

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Rhode Island coverage, consistent schedules.

Newport Hospital

Locations: Newport

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 846-6400

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

Hires approximately 20 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

South County Health

Locations: Wakefield

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 782-8000

Regional Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

8+ centers, tuition reimbursement, close-knit community.

Rhode Island VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Rhode Island

Phone: (401) 273-7100

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

Hires approximately 10 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Rhode Island locations

Phone: (401) 846-6400

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Rhode Island Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (401) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 8 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Rhode Island

Entry-Level PCT

$$36,000-$40,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$42,000-$46,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$46,000-$50,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$50,000-$56,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Rhode Island

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Lifespan, Providence Metro

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

Started at $36K at Lifespan. Building PCT career in Rhode Island.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Care New England, Warwick

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

Earning $40K at Care. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Rhode Island:

What is the average PCT salary in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island PCTs earn $40K median salary. Entry-level starts around $36K. Experienced PCTs earn $48K+. Providence Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Rhode Island?

Lifespan, Care New England, and CharterCARE Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Rhode Island?

Yes—8% job growth expected with 420+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Rhode Island.

What about PCT career advancement in Rhode Island?

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

Which Rhode Island region has the most PCT jobs?

Providence Metro leads with 60% of Rhode Island PCT openings. Warwick/Kent County and Newport/Aquidneck also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Rhode Island?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Rhode Island employers. Lifespan and Care New England actively hire new PCTs.

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