Patient Care Technician Jobs in West Virginia

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in West Virginia. 720+ openings, $28k-$40k salary range, top employers WVU Medicine, CAMC Health System, St. Mary's Medical. Mountain State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

720+
Annual Openings
$32K
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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia

West Virginia's healthcare industry serves the Mountain State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including WVU Medicine and CAMC Health System compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

West Virginia's PCT job market features WVU Medicine as a leading employer with 150+ annual hires. CAMC Health System and St. Mary's Medical also compete for talent. Charleston has the highest concentration with 30% 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 West Virginia

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Charleston 216+ 30%
Huntington/Tri-State 144+ 20%
Morgantown 108+ 15%
Wheeling/Northern Panhandle 72+ 10%
Parkersburg 50+ 7%
Beckley/Southern WV 43+ 6%
Other West Virginia 87+ 12%

PCT Salary in West Virginia

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

Charleston typically pays highest in West Virginia. 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 West Virginia

West Virginia features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

WVU Medicine

Locations: Morgantown/Statewide

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 598-4000

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

Hires approximately 150 PCTs annually

West Virginia's leading employer, comprehensive benefits, career growth.

CAMC Health System

Locations: Charleston

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 388-5432

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Major West Virginia system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

St. Mary's Medical

Locations: Huntington

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 526-1234

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

West Virginia provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita West Virginia

Locations: Statewide (30+ centers)

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 45 PCTs annually

Specialty care, West Virginia coverage, consistent schedules.

Wheeling Hospital

Locations: Wheeling

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 243-3000

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

Hires approximately 30 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Mon Health System

Locations: Morgantown

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 598-1200

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care West Virginia

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

18+ centers, tuition reimbursement, mountain state.

West Virginia VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, West Virginia

Phone: (304) 623-3461

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

Hires approximately 15 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple West Virginia locations

Phone: (304) 243-3000

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

Hires approximately 18 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

West Virginia Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (304) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 12 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in West Virginia

Entry-Level PCT

$$28,000-$32,000

Vital signs, patient mobility, ADLs, basic patient care. Learning West Virginia'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 West Virginia

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

WVU Medicine, Charleston

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

Started at $28K at WVU. Building PCT career in West Virginia.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

CAMC Health System, Huntington

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in West Virginia:

What is the average PCT salary in West Virginia?

West Virginia PCTs earn $32K median salary. Entry-level starts around $28K. Experienced PCTs earn $40K+. Charleston typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in West Virginia?

WVU Medicine, CAMC Health System, and St. Mary's Medical are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in West Virginia?

Yes—9% job growth expected with 720+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across West Virginia.

What about PCT career advancement in West Virginia?

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

Which West Virginia region has the most PCT jobs?

Charleston leads with 30% of West Virginia PCT openings. Huntington/Tri-State and Morgantown also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in West Virginia?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to West Virginia employers. WVU Medicine and CAMC Health System actively hire new PCTs.

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