Patient Care Aide - PCA

Visiting Angels Bryan, TX; Brenham (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Program

Caregiver appreciation prizes

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Bryan is seeking a Patient Care Aide - PCA to serve clients throughout Central Texas including Brenham. This role offers flexible scheduling and both full-time and part-time hours, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care, managing housekeeping tasks, and promoting clients' fitness goals. Applicants should possess a high school diploma, time-management skills, and a compassionate approach to

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response required.
• Possess a heart for vulnerable people seeking companionship.

Responsibilities

• Help clients handle personal care and hygiene.
• Manage light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Encourage clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
• Prompt clients to take their medications at the right times.
• Assist clients with mobility and ambulation.

Skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cooking skills

Housekeeping skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Bryan is hiring a Patient Care Aide - PCA for our clients throughout the Central Texas area in places like Brenham, Bellville, Somerville, Whitman, Wilcox, Snook, College Station, and many others.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Benefits package
• Full-time and part-time hours available
• In-home and facility shifts available (vary by location)
• Immediate start
• Caregiver referral bonuses (vary by location)
• Caregiver appreciation prizes and drawings monthly
• Paid weekly
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

A Visiting Angels Patient Care Aide - PCA wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Patient Care Aide - PCA must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time