How much does a PCT Technician make in Washington, DC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PCT Technician in Washington, DC is $52,684. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $35,794 to a high of $73,753, with most professionals earning between $43,843 and $63,712.

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What is a PCT Technician?

A PCT (Patient Care Technician) Technician is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or other medical professionals. They assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, as well as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and performing basic medical procedures. PCT Technicians also provide emotional support to patients and communicate with the healthcare team to ensure the best possible care for patients. They may work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, or other healthcare settings.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for PCT Technician in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PCT Technician in Washington, DC. The base salary for PCT Technician ranges from $43,843 to $63,712 with the average base salary of $52,684. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,121 to $64,538 with the average total cash compensation of $52,955.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $52,684 $43,843 - $63,712
Bonus $271 $278 - $826
Total Pay $52,955 $44,121 - $64,538
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,851 - $63,723 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,851 - $63,723 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,851 - $63,723 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,759 - $63,589 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,851 - $63,723 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,851 - $63,723 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Patient Care Technician (PCT) LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $37,805 MAXIMUM SALARY $46,172
JOB TITLE Technician PCT Cert LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $73,072 MAXIMUM SALARY $92,602
JOB TITLE Pct Tech LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $42,042 MAXIMUM SALARY $50,645
JOB TITLE Pct Dialysis LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $46,391 MAXIMUM SALARY $57,983
JOB TITLE Pct Trainee LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $44,988 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,577
JOB TITLE Pct II LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $36,706 MAXIMUM SALARY $44,913
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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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