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In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels Kansas City, KS · Kansas City, KS · 2 wk 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
  • PPE Provided
  • Holiday Pay
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Direct Deposit
  • Weekly Pay
  • Sign-on Bonus

Schedule

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • 8 Hour Shifts
  • 10 Hour Shifts
  • 12 Hour Shifts
  • PRN
  • Short Shift

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