Patient Care Aide - PCA

About the role

Visiting Angels of Boise is hiring a Patient Care Aide - PCA to support clients throughout the local area, including Melba, Westma, Kuna, and surrounding communities. This role offers flexibility, room for growth, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of senior adults by helping them remain at home with dignity.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation — this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks
• Being prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies, including adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Continuing Education
• Caregiver Refreshment Center
• Mileage Paid
• Premium Health Club Membership

Pay

• Weekly Pay
• New Hire Bonuses up to $500
• Weekly Bonuses up to $100
• Cash Referral Bonuses
• Sign on Bonus

Schedule

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift
• Flexible shift options available