In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels - Albuquerque, NM; Cedar Crest (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels - Albuquerque, NM is seeking an In Home Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support clients across the local area. You will help with daily living activities, meals, mobility, and safety while providing companionship and reliable transport to client homes.

The role offers flexible schedules, opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer's care, and competitive wages with weekly pay. A compassionate, dependable caregiver with strong communication skills fits best.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Possess a Valid Driver's License, car insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle duties.
• Reliable transportation to reach client homes on schedule.
• Comfort with housekeeping and cooking per dietary constraints.
• Willing to comply with health and safety standards (background check).
• Show compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten each client's day.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take medications as prescribed.
• Assist with mobility at home and during appointments/errands.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Physical endurance

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels of Albuquerque is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Cedar Crest, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sedillo, Carnuel, Sandia Heights, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer's care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift