Caregiver PCA

Altra Homecare Group; Indiana; On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hourly pay 14-17

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Flexible work schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Altra Homecare Group is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants to join our team in Wabash, IN. You will deliver essential personal care services tailored to each patient’s needs in a home setting.

Responsibilities include medication reminders, safety support, light meals, documentation, and companionship, with a focus on patient comfort and dignity. A valid driver’s license and CPR are required, with benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• Current CPR certification.
• Preferred: 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Report significant changes in the patient's condition to supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Assist patients with ambulation.
• Conduct ROM exercises and simple physical activities.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to care protocols.
• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer bathing assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companion services including letter-writing and reading.

Skills

Compassionate

Medication reminders

Driver's license

Job description

Job Title:

Personal Care Assistant

About Us:

Altra Homecare Group is committed to a collaborative approach in delivering personalized care that meets each client's unique needs. We are a community-based, personal service agency dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our patient-first approach, built on strong relationships, drives our mission to meet and exceed the needs of every patient we serve.

What We're Looking For:

Altra Homecare Group is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team in Wabash, IN as a Personal Care Assistant. As a PCA, you will be responsible for delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Report significant changes in the patient's condition directly to their supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with patient feeding when required.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Assist patients with ambulation.
• Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to care protocols.
• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer bathing assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided.
• Current CPR certification.l
• Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• $14-$17 Hourly,
• Overtime pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Direct Deposit.