What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Home Health Aide position at UC Davis Health?
The UC Davis Health Home Care Services Certified Home Health Aide (per diem) is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team providing care to chronic and terminally ill patients in their home. Home-based care includes intermittent visits and shift care. The Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) reports directly to the Therapies and Home Health Aides Supervisor with clinical supervision provided by either the nursing or therapist case manager for the patients receiving care. The CHHA works within the scope of licensure developed by the California Department of Health Services, providing a full range of specialized care focused on increasing comfort, providing personal care / hygiene, maintaining independence, and supporting a safe, healthy environment for the hospice and / or home care patient.
Apply By 03 / 03 / 2025 at 11 : 59PM.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position
- California Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) .
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR .
- Required to hold valid Driver's License, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies / procedures, and / or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program .
- Hospice and / or Home Health experience .
- Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology; ability to recognize the abnormal.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication and relationships.
- Ability to read, write and speak English language and utilize medical terminology appropriately.
- Ability to set priorities and organize work accordingly.
- Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
- Ability to teach personal care skills to patient / families.
- Skills, knowledge and ability to continue to meet CHHA job expectations.
- Ability to perform nursing aide duties in a home setting, possibly in unhygienic conditions and / or homes with indoor / outdoor pets.
- Ability to assist in moving patients.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Department Overview
The Home Care Services department is made up of three primary programs : Hospice (inpatient and home care), Home Health, and Home-Based Palliative Care. This position is part of the Hospice Program (home care).
POSITION INFORMATION
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / labor / bargaining-units / index.html
Physical Demands
Environmental Demands
Mental Demands
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Valid California driver's license is required and employees must participate in the DMV pull notice system. Auto insurance must comply with UCDH Travel Regulations Policy G-28, pg. 18, item iii; Insurance Coverage : 50 / 100 / 50. Has mandatory reporting responsibilities for domestic violence, child abuse and elder / dependent abuse. Must be able to work occasion overtime, on-call, weekends, and holidays as defined by the collective bargaining agreements (if applicable). Some restricted vacation due to program needs. Position requires travel to various locations and sites within Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties. This position is subject to criminal background investigation. May be subject to alcohol and drug testing. Home Care Services follows the vaccination and masking policies and procedures set by UC Davis Health including COVID, influenza, and TB. Vaccination requirements vary.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere
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