What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at ADVANCED LOVING HOME CARE LLC?
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to patients in their own homes. This role is critical in ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care and assistance during their recovery process.
Duties
- Assist patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering a positive environment.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient areas.
- Participate in patient education initiatives, particularly in teaching hospitals, to promote health awareness.
- Incontinence Care or Brief Change Assistance
- Oral or denture care assistance
- Repositioning bed bound clients/ 2 hour turn schedule
- Medication reminders
- Light Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Companion Care
- Hospice Care
- Palliative Care
Experience
- Previous experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
- Familiarity with geriatrics or those with disabilities are a plus.
- Experience working within a client's home is beneficial
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic healthcare practices is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of care.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients through compassionate care and support!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $17