In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA
Visiting Angels Humble TX · Houston, Texas, United States · 1 mo ago
HealthcareInternship
About the Role
As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans.
- Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
- 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 supervising 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.
Requirements
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver’s License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to transport clients
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Training in First Aid and emergency response (provided if needed)
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties
- Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes
- Physical endurance for tasks like carrying groceries and supporting clients
- Comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to dietary constraints
- Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (e.g., background check)
- Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay
- Daily Pay
- Continuing Education
Schedule
- Full Time
- Part Time
- 8 Hour Shifts
- 10 Hour Shifts
- 12 Hour Shifts
- PRN
- Short Shift