Patient Care Technician Jobs in South Carolina

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in South Carolina. 1550+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers MUSC Health, Prisma Health, Roper St. Francis. Palmetto State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1550+
Annual Openings
$32K
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 South 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.

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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 South Carolina

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

South Carolina's PCT job market features MUSC Health as a leading employer with 150+ annual hires. Prisma Health and Roper St. Francis also compete for talent. Charleston/Lowcountry has the highest concentration with 25% 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 South Carolina

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Charleston/Lowcountry 388+ 25%
Columbia/Midlands 341+ 22%
Greenville-Spartanburg 310+ 20%
Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand 155+ 10%
Florence/Pee Dee 108+ 7%
Rock Hill/York 93+ 6%
Other South Carolina 155+ 10%

PCT Salary in South Carolina

Entry Level
$28K
Median Salary
$32K
Experienced
$40K

Charleston/Lowcountry typically pays highest in South 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 South Carolina

South Carolina features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

MUSC Health

Locations: Charleston/Statewide

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (843) 792-2300

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

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

Prisma Health

Locations: Columbia/Greenville

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (864) 455-7000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

Major South Carolina system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Roper St. Francis

Locations: Charleston

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (843) 724-2000

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

South Carolina provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita South Carolina

Locations: Statewide (60+ centers)

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Specialty care, South Carolina coverage, consistent schedules.

AnMed Health

Locations: Anderson

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (864) 512-1000

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

Hires approximately 40 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Spartanburg Regional

Locations: Spartanburg

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (864) 560-6000

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

Hires approximately 55 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care South Carolina

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple South Carolina locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with strong South Carolina presence. PCTs provide dialysis care statewide.

Hires approximately 38 PCTs annually

35+ centers, tuition reimbursement, coastal living.

South Carolina VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, South Carolina

Phone: (843) 789-7000

Veterans healthcare across South Carolina. 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 South Carolina locations

Phone: (864) 512-1000

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

Hires approximately 38 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

South Carolina Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (803) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in South Carolina

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$34,000-$38,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$38,000-$42,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$42,000-$48,000

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

PCT Success Stories from South Carolina

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

MUSC Health, Charleston

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

Started at $28K at MUSC. Building PCT career in South Carolina.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Prisma Health, Columbia

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

Earning $32K at Prisma. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in South Carolina:

What is the average PCT salary in South Carolina?

South Carolina PCTs earn $32K median salary. Entry-level starts around $28K. Experienced PCTs earn $40K+. Charleston/Lowcountry typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in South Carolina?

MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Roper St. Francis are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in South Carolina?

Yes—13% job growth expected with 1550+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across South Carolina.

What about PCT career advancement in South Carolina?

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

Which South Carolina region has the most PCT jobs?

Charleston/Lowcountry leads with 25% of South Carolina PCT openings. Columbia/Midlands and Greenville-Spartanburg also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in South Carolina?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to South Carolina employers. MUSC Health and Prisma Health actively hire new PCTs.

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