Job Description

Are you looking to make a difference in this world? Do you want a work environment where you feel valued and can call your workplace “home?”  If you answered yes, than we have the job for you!

 

We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company our mission is to improve the lives of those we serve. Our Home Health Aide (HHA)/Personal Care Assistant (PCA) are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t improve the lives of our seniors with their everyday needs, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day!  It is hard to put a price on helping others but we know how important you are and value you provide our clients.  

 

Compensation & Benefits:

·        Competitive pay (Enter in pay range | Example: $15.00-$20.00 an hour)

o   Pay may vary by location, level of training and type of shift

·        Medical benefits, including vision and dental (Medical benefits availability is determined by individual franchises)

 

 

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          24/7 office staff support

j    Paid Training

·        Work in close proximately to home

·        A great working culture

·        PPE (personal protective equipment) provided

·        Ongoing PAID training and development through our online learning system

·        On-the-job training for unique client situations

·        Paid travel time in between clients and paid mileage

·        Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!

 

Responsibilities:

·        Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances

·        Reinforcement of dressings (non-sterile)

·        Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)

·        Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises

·        Assisting with self-administered simple urine tests for sugar acetone or albumin (may not interpret results)

·        Measuring and preparing special diets

·        Measuring intake and output

·        Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)

·        Application of an external (condom-type) catheter

·        Assisting with application of arm sling, arm splint or leg splint

 

Requirements:

·        High school degree and/or a G.E.D. certificate

·        Six months experience as a Home Health Aide (HHA) and/or Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide (HHA) and/or Personal Care Assistant (PCA) course

·        The Home Health Aide shall have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies

·        Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job

·        Current CPR Certificate is recommended

·        Meets the requirements for employees providing direct patient care

·        Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job

·        Have a valid driver’s license and use of an insured automobile for work or access to adequate transportation

 

If you need assistance with this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting us. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees.

Each Right at Home office and business is independently owned and operated under a franchise agreement with Right at Home, LLC. Right at Home, LLC is not the employer or joint employer of the employees of any of its franchised offices. For comments, questions or to learn more about Right at Home, please visit www.rightathome.net.

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