Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required Provide medication reminders Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional Remain in client vicinity at all times during shift and report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency Utilize the EVV required time management system for Clock-in and Clock-out procedures when reporting for work and when clocking out from work Document services delivered in accordance with Charlie's Angels Home Care Services Home Care policies and procedures Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the supervisor Report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency Adhere to HIPAA regulations Provide general companion care services, and homemaker services Participate as requested in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of Charlie's Angels Home Care Service services Stay current with changing technology, including software programs Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, abilities, certifications, and educational experience required. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to effectively interact with clients, families, and Charlie's Angels Home Health Care Agency team Personal care Training Program Certification and Competency Schedule is flexible Pay is higher than most agencies with incentive for those seeking to transition from another agency in pay and sign on bonuses