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In Home Patient Care Assistant
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$35,130 / year median in South Dakota
+22% projected growth
Job Description
This can include:
Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks Planning and preparing meals with clients Handling light housekeeping duties Reporting health changes or unusual incidents Providing pleasant, supportive companionship Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer's care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.In Home Patient Care Assistant Job Requirements:
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed) Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check) Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the tableBenefits:
Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Referral program Travel reimbursement Caregiver Corner- located at the office for you to stop by for refreshments or a quick nap on our comfy couch between visits with clients. In Home Patient Care Assistant AND Client referral bonus
- If you send us a caregiver or a client
- you get CASH!