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Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

Average Patient Care Assistant (PCA) with Long Term Care Skills Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R22.50
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 14.74
MEDIAN
ZAR 22.50
75%
ZAR 35.61

The average hourly pay for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is R22.50 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R15 - R36
Total Pay
R35k - R74k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Oct 13 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s

Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s

What is the highest pay for Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is ZARNaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is ZARNaN / hour

How can Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) that oversees more junior Patient Care Assistant (PCA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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