Patient Care Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

Find Patient Care Technician jobs in Wisconsin. 2400+ openings, $34k-$46k salary range, top employers Advocate Aurora Wisconsin, UW Health, Froedtert Health. Badger State opportunity. Free EHIRED training.

2400+
Annual Openings
$38K
Median Salary
10%
Job Growth
Self-Paced Learning
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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).

✓ Free enrollment • self-paced ✓ Job & externship resources ✓ Mobile-friendly learning ✓ AMCA PCTC challenge support

Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior patient care experience who need certification to validate their skills for Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

Wisconsin's healthcare industry serves the Badger State with diverse employment opportunities. Major health systems including Advocate Aurora Wisconsin and UW Health compete for qualified PCTs. The state offers various settings from academic medical centers to community hospitals and dialysis clinics.

Wisconsin's PCT job market features Advocate Aurora Wisconsin as a leading employer with 180+ annual hires. UW Health and Froedtert Health also compete for talent. Milwaukee Metro 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 Wisconsin

Region Annual Openings Market Share
Milwaukee Metro 720+ 30%
Madison 432+ 18%
Green Bay/Fox Valley 312+ 13%
Appleton/Oshkosh 216+ 9%
Racine/Kenosha 168+ 7%
La Crosse/Western WI 144+ 6%
Other Wisconsin 408+ 17%

PCT Salary in Wisconsin

Entry Level
$34K
Median Salary
$38K
Experienced
$46K

Milwaukee Metro typically pays highest in Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin

Wisconsin features major health systems competing for PCT talent:

Advocate Aurora Wisconsin

Locations: Milwaukee/Statewide

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (414) 219-7300

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

Hires approximately 180 PCTs annually

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

UW Health

Locations: Madison

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (608) 263-6400

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

Hires approximately 120 PCTs annually

Major Wisconsin system, multiple locations, competitive pay.

Froedtert Health

Locations: Milwaukee

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (414) 805-3000

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Wisconsin provider, quality care, team environment.

DaVita Wisconsin

Locations: Statewide (70+ centers)

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (800) 244-0680

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

Hires approximately 80 PCTs annually

Specialty care, Wisconsin coverage, consistent schedules.

Marshfield Clinic

Locations: Central/Northern WI

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (715) 387-5511

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

Hires approximately 70 PCTs annually

Local healthcare, community ties, competitive wages.

Ascension Wisconsin

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (414) 465-3000

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

Hires approximately 100 PCTs annually

Regional provider, community care, various settings.

Fresenius Kidney Care Wisconsin

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (800) 881-5101

Global dialysis leader with strong Wisconsin presence. PCTs provide dialysis care statewide.

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

45+ centers, tuition reimbursement, quality of life.

Wisconsin VA Healthcare

Locations: VA facilities statewide

Address: VA Medical Centers, Wisconsin

Phone: (608) 256-1901

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

Hires approximately 35 PCTs annually

Veterans healthcare, federal benefits, mission-driven.

Select Medical

Locations: Statewide dialysis centers

Address: Multiple Wisconsin locations

Phone: (715) 387-5511

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

Hires approximately 60 PCTs annually

Rehabilitation focus, specialty care, post-acute settings.

Wisconsin Community Hospitals

Locations: Statewide

Address: Multiple community locations

Phone: (414) 555-0100

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

Hires approximately 25 PCTs annually

Community care, local hospitals, neighborhood healthcare.

PCT Career Progression in Wisconsin

Entry-Level PCT

$$34,000-$38,000

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

Experienced PCT (2-3 years)

$$40,000-$44,000

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

Senior PCT/Lead (3-5 years)

$$44,000-$48,000

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

PCT Supervisor/Advancement (5+ years)

$$48,000-$54,000

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

PCT Success Stories from Wisconsin

M

Maria S.

Patient Care Technician

Advocate Aurora Wisconsin, Milwaukee Metro

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

Started at $34K at Advocate. Building PCT career in Wisconsin.

J

James T.

PCT - Emergency

UW Health, Madison

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

Earning $38K at UW. Pursuing nursing degree while working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PCT careers in Wisconsin:

What is the average PCT salary in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin PCTs earn $38K median salary. Entry-level starts around $34K. Experienced PCTs earn $46K+. Milwaukee Metro typically pays highest.

Who are the top PCT employers in Wisconsin?

Advocate Aurora Wisconsin, UW Health, and Froedtert Health are major employers. DaVita and Fresenius offer dialysis specialty positions statewide.

Is there demand for PCTs in Wisconsin?

Yes—10% job growth expected with 2400+ annual openings. Aging population and healthcare expansion drive strong demand across Wisconsin.

What about PCT career advancement in Wisconsin?

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

Which Wisconsin region has the most PCT jobs?

Milwaukee Metro leads with 30% of Wisconsin PCT openings. Madison and Green Bay/Fox Valley also have strong markets.

How do I start a PCT career in Wisconsin?

Complete EHIRED free training, earn certification, then apply to Wisconsin employers. Advocate Aurora Wisconsin and UW Health actively hire new PCTs.

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