In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels - Richardson, TX; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Continuing Education

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Richardson is hiring an In Home Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support clients throughout the Dallas area, including Plano, Richardson, Garland, and surrounding communities.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, light housekeeping, meal prep, mobility support, medication reminders, and companionship with flexible shifts (full-time, part-time, mornings/afternoons, weekends) and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License, car insurance, and reliable vehicle to transport clients.
• Minimum 2 years professional caregiving experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 supervising clients during shopping trips.
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments/errands.

Skills

Compassion

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

**Richardson/Carrollton/Dallas/Plano/Addison/Garland**
**Day Shift/Shorts Shifts/Weekend Shifts/Morning Shifts/Afternoon Shifts**
**Open to both long and short shifts**
**Pet Friendly**
**Competitive Pay**

Visiting Angels of Richardson is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Plano, Richardson, Garland, Wylie, Rockwall, Mesquite, Forney, 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:

• 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
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Minimum 2 Years Professional Caregiving Experience
• 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

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Continuing Education
• Sign on Bonus

Shift Options

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