Unclassified - Atlanta, GA

posted about 2 months ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Atlanta, GA

About the position

Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join a dynamic care team providing clinical expertise in-home. This role is essential in helping individuals maintain their independence and comfort in their own homes, particularly in Fulton, Cobb, and DeKalb counties. As a PCA, you will be responsible for performing personal care activities that assist patients with their daily living needs. This includes a variety of tasks such as personal hygiene, ambulation, dressing, and meal preparation. You will also accompany patients on errands or medical appointments and perform light housekeeping activities as needed. In addition to these essential functions, you will be trained to perform patient-specific activities as directed by a Right at Home nurse. This may include providing hospice supportive care, medication reminders, assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises, and caring for bed-bound patients. The use of lifting equipment, such as gait belts and Hoyer lifts, is also a critical part of this role. The position offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of those you care for, all while being recognized and rewarded for your contributions to the team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living.
  • Assist with personal hygiene, ambulation, dressing, and shaving.
  • Prepare meals and snacks according to instructions.
  • Accompany patients on errands or medical appointments.
  • Perform light housekeeping activities.
  • Provide hospice supportive care as directed by a nurse.
  • Remind patients to take their medications.
  • Assist with prescribed range of motion exercises.
  • Care for bed-bound patients and provide incontinence care.
  • Use lifting equipment such as gait belts and Hoyer lifts.

Requirements

  • Entry-level position requiring under 1 year of experience.
  • Fluent in English is essential.
  • Preferred experience with Hoyer lift and personal care activities.
  • Ability to perform range of motion exercises and provide companionship.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with light cleaning and housekeeping tasks.

Benefits

  • Daily pay available.
  • Flexible scheduling options.
  • Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program.
  • Employee Referral Bonuses.
  • Insurance through Aflac with employer contribution of $10 a month.
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