Aide PCS - Apex Companion Care

Optum; Alaska; On-site; USD 19,286 - 33,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase option

401(k) contribution

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a compassionate Aide PCS to provide support for personal hygiene and household functions for clients in their homes. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring client conditions, and ensuring a safe environment. Applicants must hold a current driver’s license and CPR certification, with 6 months of home care experience preferred. The role offers hourly pay between $14.00 and $24.23, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Current certification in CPR is required.
• Able to work varied hours and in diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assist clients with household tasks and meal preparation.
• Monitor client conditions and document vital signs.
• Respond to client needs and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Current driver’s license

Vehicle insurance

Reliable transportation

Current CPR certification

Flexibility in working hours

Ability to work in diverse home situations

Job description

Join to apply for the Aide PCS - Apex Companion Care role at Optum.

Explore opportunities with Apex Companion Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. As a member of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Home and Community Based Services Aide, you will provide support and assistance with personal hygiene and household functions to enable individuals to remain in their own homes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminders.
• Support household tasks, meal preparation, and accompany clients to appointments or errands as needed.
• Monitor and document client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintain confidentiality and use the Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system.
• Ensure a safe environment, operate medical equipment properly, and respond promptly to client needs.

Required Qualifications

• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transit.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

State‑Specific Requirements

• Florida: 40‑hour AHCA‑required training or passing the AHCA competency test.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months or more of home care experience.

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $24.23 per hour based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe every person—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.