Compassionate Personal Care Assistant - Flexible Schedule

Altra Homecare Group; New Castle (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Flexible schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Altra Homecare Group in New Castle, IN is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants to deliver in-home care tailored to each patient’s needs. As a PCA, you will help with daily living activities, monitor health, and provide companionship under state guidelines.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, medication reminders, safety, mobility, documentation, and adherence to privacy and infection control policies.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws.

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.

Job description

Altra Homecare Group in New Castle, IN is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants to deliver in-home care tailored to each patient’s needs. As a PCA, you will help with daily living activities, monitor health, and provide companionship under state guidelines.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, medication reminders, safety, mobility, documentation, and adherence to privacy and infection control policies.