Patient Care Technician Jobs in South Dakota

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in South Dakota. 380+ openings, $32k-$44k salary range, top employers Sanford Health, Avera Health, Monument Health. Mount Rushmore State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

380+
Annual Openings
$36K
Median Salary
9%
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 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 South Dakota

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

South Dakota's PCT job market features Sanford Health as a leading employer with 100+ annual hires. Avera Health and Monument Health also compete for talent. Sioux Falls has the highest concentration with 45% 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 Dakota

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Sioux Falls 171+ 45%
Rapid City 76+ 20%
Aberdeen 34+ 9%
Brookings 23+ 6%
Mitchell 19+ 5%
Pierre 15+ 4%
Other South Dakota 42+ 11%

PCT Salary in South Dakota

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

Sioux Falls typically pays highest in South 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 South Dakota

South Dakota features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Sanford Health

Locations: Sioux Falls/Statewide

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 333-1000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

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

Avera Health

Locations: Sioux Falls/Statewide

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 322-4500

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

Hires approximately 90 PCTs annually

Major South Dakota system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Monument Health

Locations: Rapid City

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 755-1000

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

South Dakota provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita South Dakota

Locations: Major Cities (10+ centers)

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 50 PCTs annually

Specialty care, South Dakota coverage, consistent schedules.

Prairie Lakes Healthcare

Locations: Watertown

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 882-7000

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Regional Health

Locations: Rapid City

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 755-1000

Regional South 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 South Dakota

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple South Dakota locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

8+ centers, tuition reimbursement, no state income tax.

South Dakota VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, South Dakota

Phone: (605) 336-3230

Veterans healthcare across South 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 South Dakota locations

Phone: (605) 882-7000

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

South Dakota Community Hospitals

Locations: Major cities

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (605) 555-0100

Community hospitals throughout South 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 South Dakota

Entry-Level PCT

$$32,000-$36,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning South 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 South Dakota

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Sanford Health, Sioux Falls

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

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

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

Avera Health, Rapid City

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in South Dakota:

What is the average PCT salary in South Dakota?

South Dakota PCTs earn $36K median salary. Entry-level starts around $32K. Experienced PCTs earn $44K+. Sioux Falls typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in South Dakota?

Sanford Health, Avera Health, and Monument Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in South Dakota?

Yes—9% job growth expected with 380+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across South Dakota.

What about PCT career advancement in South Dakota?

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

Which South Dakota region has the most PCT jobs?

Sioux Falls leads with 45% of South Dakota PCT openings. Rapid City and Aberdeen also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in South Dakota?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to South Dakota employers. Sanford Health and Avera Health actively hire new PCTs.

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