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Patient Care Technician Hourly Rate

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Updated: 15 Jun 2013
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Patient Care Technician 2013 Total Pay (?
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$20,095 - $36,470
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MEDIAN: $26,005
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National Hourly Rate Data (?
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$0$9$18$27
Hourly Rate$9.59 - $16.16  
   
Overtime$4.93 - $24.33  
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$0$18K$36K$54K
Bonus$0.00 - $498.58  
   
Profit Sharing$3.21 - $1,957  
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$20,095 - $36,470  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 15 Jun 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 1,513

Job Description for Patient Care Technician

A patient care technician (PTA) works closely with patients that are under the care of a physician. The type of patients they care for can range from having mild injuries to life threatening diseases. Their responsibility is to tend to the patients, monitor their conditions, and report any changes to a nurse or physician. The PTA is responsible for making sure vitals are taken at the required times, provide treatments as directed, distribute medications and do laboratory work as needed. Another part of the job is to assist in everyday tasks that some patients can no longer do on their own. They must help with maintaining good hygiene such as helping patients to brush their teeth or comb their hair. Technicians sometimes help a patient to shower, and with bathroom duties. They assist with feedings when a patient cannot feed themselves. They can also provide a form of physical therapy under a physician's orders. They must accurately fill patient charts or update any records or reports. A crucial part of a PTA's job is patient care, therefore, it is essential for all patients to be provided with the best care possible. They must also be team players and assist co-workers as well as patients. PTAs can be found working in hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation facilities. They are sometimes hired as private caretakers, and can even live in the patient's home to provide around-the-clock care.
Patient Care Technician Tasks
  • Prepare, update and disseminates unit reports, physician orders and patient records.
  • Provide basic therapeutic services under direction of nursing staff.
  • Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff.
  • Support the administrative and clinical operations of the practice.
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Companies and Industries for Patient Care Technician Salaries

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Hourly Rate

Popular Industries

Hourly Rate

Health Care$9.16 - $16.17
Hospital$9.41 - $16.55
Kidney Dialysis Center$9.70 - $16.07
Pediatrician's Office$9.18 - $15.76
Residential Care or Assisted Living Facility$9.18 - $15.79

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Key Statistics for Patient Care Technician Salaries and Jobs

Female
81%
female alumni
 
Male
19%
male alumni
Hourly Rate:$10.60 - $14.31 $11.44 - $14.87
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
14%
1-4 years
49%
5-9 years
18%
10-19 years
15%
20 years or more
4%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 69% dental benefits Dental: 60%
vision benefits Vision: 50% employee benefits None: 28%

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Patient Care Technician

Salary Range

$20,095 - $36,470
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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
$17,365 - $31,314
Medical Assistant
$20,219 - $35,662
Customer Service Representative (CSR)
$19,549 - $41,617
 
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Patient Care Technician

Salary Range

$20,095 - $36,470
payscale
Registered Nurse (RN)
$40,428 - $78,597
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
$27,120 - $50,512
Certified Dialysis Technician
$24,181 - $41,809
 

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