Patient Care Assistant - PCA

$21,320 - $34,320/Yr

Visiting Angels - Vernon, TX

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Vernon, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) role at Visiting Angels involves providing essential support to clients in their daily activities, ensuring their comfort and safety. This position is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for individuals who require assistance due to health conditions or mobility issues. The PCA will work closely with clients to help them maintain their independence while receiving the care they need.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Continuing Education