How much do staff Patient Care Technician jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, February 16th 2026, the average hourly salary for a Patient Care Technician is $18 per hour, but can pay up to $23 per hour.

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Q: What certifications are commonly held by patient care techs?

Patient care techs may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ), AMT Patient Care Technician ( PCT ) or Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ), among others.

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Local Contract Physicist

Houston, TX
Millbrook Support Services
5x8 hrs, Days, Rotating

$217/hour

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Local Contract Physicist

Atlanta, GA
Soloh Partners
5x8 hrs, Days
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$109/hour

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Madera, CA
Stability Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$101/hour

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5x8

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Local Contract Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Aurora, CO
Ethos Medical Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
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$97/hour

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Patient Care Technician Salary Insights

Average Patient Care Technician Salary

$25.50/hour

The average salary for a Patient Care Technician is $25.50 per hour. This is 14% lower than the practicing US average of $28.95.

Last updated on September 11, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Patient Care Technician FAQs

Where can I learn more about working as a Patient Care Technician?

Take a look at Vivian's Patient Care Technician Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

What certifications are commonly held by patient care techs?

Patient care techs may hold Basic Life Support (BLS), AMT Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), among others.

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