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In-Home Personal Care Aide

Optum · Rhinebeck, NY · 5 mo ago
Healthcare$13–$20/hrFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provides or assists clients with activities of daily living including:- bathing in bed, tub or shower
  • care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing
  • care of teeth and mouth including denture care
  • nail care, filing only
  • skin care including pericare and applying lotion
  • transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair
  • transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet
  • assist client in preparing for bed
  • position patient in bed as directed
  • assists with ambulation including with cane, walker and crutches
  • personal care dressing of client
  • medication reminder
  • Liv-in and Sleep Over's:- secures clients home for the night and provides reassurance by being present at the client's home during the nighttime hours
  • (Washington and Oregon does not provide this service)
  • Utilize the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable
  • Assists with household tasks directly essential to client's personal care
  • Accompany clients to medical appointments or shopping if necessary and performs other essential errands
  • Makes measurements and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide
  • Prepares meals as required based upon client's preferred diet
  • May need to feed client if required
  • Provides clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.
  • Records and reports activities related to personal care responsibilities, as required
  • Reports observations of the client's condition to the Branch Manager or Office Assistant
  • Notifies the Branch Manager immediately if any incidents or accidents occur

    Required Qualifications

    • Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle
    • NY State Personal Care Aide or Home Health Aide certification
    • NY: Must have completed a training program in home health aide services OR equivalent exam OR one full year experience in providing personal care services through a home care agency OR training program in personal care services.
    • Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
    • 6+ months of home care experience
    • Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified clients' needs

      Pay and Benefits

      • Hourly pay for this role will range from $13.00 to $20.00 per hour based on full-time employment.
      • We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
      • No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
      • We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

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