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How much does a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) make in North Carolina? The average Patient Care Assistant (PCA) salary in North Carolina is $31,180 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27,930 and $35,840. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salary $24,971 NC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salary $27,930 NC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salary $31,180 NC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salary $35,840 NC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Salary $40,083 NC March 26, 2024
25% $27,930 10% $24,971 90% $40,083 75% $35,840 $31,180 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) other responsibilities include retrieving medical records, lab results, supplies and medications. Transports patients to and from their inpatient beds and other areas like therapy, surgery or radiology. Being a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) no experience necessary. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. In addition, Patient Care Assistant (PCA) has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $29,293 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $30,397 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $30,397 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $30,429 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $30,624 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $29,390 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $29,845 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $31,468 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $29,520 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $29,552 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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