Home Health Aide - Caring, Flexible Hours & Benefits

Optum; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum's Elite Hospice, part of LHC Group, seeks a Home and Community Based Services Aide to support a client at home with personal care and daily tasks. The role involves assisting with hygiene, meal prep, appointments, and documenting conditions using EVV. A compassionate, flexible, independent worker is valued.

Hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $22.60, with comprehensive benefits potential. Required credentials include a valid driver’s license and transportation; CPR certification preferred or

Qualifications

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transportation.
• CPR certification preferred or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• 6+ months of home care experience is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours and independently.

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 EVV system.
• Ensure a safe environment, operate medical equipment properly, and respond promptly to client needs.
• Function in a respectful manner toward clients regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Skills

Flexible hours

Independent work

Empathy

Job description

Optum's Elite Hospice, part of LHC Group, seeks a Home and Community Based Services Aide to support a client at home with personal care and daily tasks. The role involves assisting with hygiene, meal prep, appointments, and documenting conditions using EVV. A compassionate, flexible, independent worker is valued.

Hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $22.60, with comprehensive benefits potential. Required credentials include a valid driver’s license and transportation; CPR certification preferred or