Home Health Aide

sheyla's place; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

A health care provider in Anchorage, Alaska, seeks a dedicated Home Health Aide to join their team. You will work directly with patients to provide personalized care, facilitate daily activities, and maintain a healthy environment. Candidates should have an accredited Home Health Aide program diploma, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient well-being. Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling offered.

Qualifications

• One year prior professional experience is preferred.
• Driver’s license required.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Care for patients, maintain cleanliness and assist with personal care.
• Maintain records of patient care.
• Build relationships with patients for mental health.
• Administer medications and immunizations.
• Engage patients in exercises or activities.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Education

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medications and immunizations
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• CPR certification required