Fast Access to a Healthcare Career
A common misconception is that in order to enter the healthcare field you must obtain a college degree. There are many positions available in a hospital that do not require a college education. College is an excellent route for those that know exactly the career they want to pursue however, it is not a requirement to enter the healthcare profession. There are positions for Surgical Technician, telemetry technician, phlebotomy and EKG technician, and Patient Care Technician that do not require a college degree. In fact, most of these programs can be completed in under six months!
What is Unique about Patient Care Technicians?
Patient Care Technicians (PCT's) are one of the most diversely skilled members of the medical support staff. PCTS are trained in blood draws, EKGs, range of motion exercises and physical therapy, and wound care. Their skills allow them to work in nearly any department at a hospital. Patient Care Technician training programs often provide students three separate certifications once they complete the program. These certifications being Phlebotomy, EKG, and PCT. Because patient care technicians can work in nearly all hospital departments they can easily transition into a specialized role to upgrade the career in the facility they are working at.
What Are Some Of The Highlights of this Career?
A 3-5 month training program
Low- Cost, High-Quality Education
Excellent Income Potential
Many Positions Available (In Demand)
Access to Benefits (410k, health insurance, retirement, life insurance)
Acute / Pediatric / Trauma / and Intensive care experience
Great Clinical Experience Opportunity
The Option of Pursing a Specialty Program (Career Advancement)
How to Further Your Education After Completing a PCT Training Program
Patient Care Technicians have the option of furthering their education if they so desire. Many Patient Care Technicians after working in the hospital for some time find themselves wanting to do more for the patients they see. Entering a patient care technician training program can provide you access to the clinical experience you need to enter a physician assistant program. Working as a patient care technician also exposes you to the range of healthcare professions you may not have previously considered as a career. They can choose to attend another training program or a degree program at college. Patient Care Technicians can easily transition into a career as:
Surgical Technician
Dental Assistant
Medical Assistant
Cardiovascular Technologist
Physician Assistant
Dietitian
Nuclear medicine
X-Ray Technician
