Patient Care Technician Jobs in Utah

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Utah. 1050+ openings, $32k-$44k salary range, top employers Intermountain Healthcare, University of Utah Health, MountainStar Healthcare. Beehive State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

1050+
Annual Openings
$36K
Median Salary
14%
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 Utah 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 Utah

Utah's healthcare industry serves the Beehive State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Intermountain Healthcare and University of Utah Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Utah's PCT job market features Intermountain Healthcare as a leading employer with 200+ annual hires. University of Utah Health and MountainStar Healthcare also compete for talent. Salt Lake City Metro has the highest concentration with 50% 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 Utah

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Salt Lake City Metro 525+ 50%
Utah County/Provo 189+ 18%
Davis County 105+ 10%
Weber County/Ogden 84+ 8%
Washington County/St. George 63+ 6%
Cache Valley/Logan 42+ 4%
Other Utah 42+ 4%

PCT Salary in Utah

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

Salt Lake City Metro typically pays highest in Utah. 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 Utah

Utah features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Intermountain Healthcare

Locations: Salt Lake/Statewide

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (801) 442-2000

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

Hires approximately 200 PCTs annually

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

University of Utah Health

Locations: Salt Lake City

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (801) 581-2121

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Major Utah system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

MountainStar Healthcare

Locations: Salt Lake/Statewide

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (801) 350-8300

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Utah provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Utah

Locations: Statewide (40+ centers)

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Utah coverage, consistent schedules.

Revere Health

Locations: Utah County

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (801) 429-8000

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Steward Health Care

Locations: Salt Lake

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (617) 419-4700

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

Hires approximately 30 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Utah

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 26 PCTs annually

20+ centers, tuition reimbursement, mountain lifestyle.

Utah VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Utah

Phone: (801) 582-1565

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Utah locations

Phone: (801) 429-8000

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

Hires approximately 26 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Utah Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (801) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Utah

Entry-Level PCT

$$32,000-$36,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning Utah'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 Utah

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Intermountain Healthcare, Salt Lake City Metro

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

Started at $32K at Intermountain. Building PCT career in Utah.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

University of Utah Health, Utah County

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Utah:

What is the average PCT salary in Utah?

Utah PCTs earn $36K median salary. Entry-level starts around $32K. Experienced PCTs earn $44K+. Salt Lake City Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Utah?

Intermountain Healthcare, University of Utah Health, and MountainStar Healthcare are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Utah?

Yes—14% job growth expected with 1050+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Utah.

What about PCT career advancement in Utah?

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

Which Utah region has the most PCT jobs?

Salt Lake City Metro leads with 50% of Utah PCT openings. Utah County/Provo and Davis County also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Utah?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Utah employers. Intermountain Healthcare and University of Utah Health actively hire new PCTs.

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