What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide position at Amity Home Care?
About us
Amity Home Care is a Medicare certified family owned Home Health Agency which provides Skilled services for patients throughout Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Desoto, Hendry, Glades & Sarasota counties. Our skilled services includes Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Home Health Aide, & Medical Social Worker.
Amity Home Care is committed to delivering quality services that exceeds our patients expectations. We are big enough to provide with choice, quality systems and continuous improvement, while small enough to deliver consistency of care through the support of our medical staff and coordinators who implement your individual care plan.
Our values and systems meet and exceed the standards set by the health care industry. We are continuously identifying opportunities to enhance our services to better care for our patients.
Mission: The Agency's mission is to provide professional sercices to patients in their place of residence or qualified facility, thereby assisting them to realize their highest level of independence and quality of life. We are committed to providing quality/care service by professionals who recognize the value of the aged, ill and disabled.
Vision: We strive to be one of the leading providers of a wide range of quality home health care services. We strive to be recognized for our enduring dedication to provide innovative, professional, and compassionate care to the communities we serve.Responsibilities:
- Provide assistance with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including the use of mobility aids
- Administer medication reminders and assist with medication management
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary needs
- Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning and organizing the client's living space
- Assist with laundry and other household tasks as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of care provided
- Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals
Skills:
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with clients and their families
- Compassion and empathy for individuals requiring home health care services
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision
- Attention to detail in maintaining accurate medical records and documentation
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures
- Ability to adapt to different client needs and provide personalized care
Note: Cooking skills are not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, so it is not included in the job description. However, if cooking is a required skill for the specific position, it can be added under the Skills section.
Please note that specific requirements such as certifications or experience may vary depending on the employer's preferences.
Job Types: Per diem, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
Experience:
- Home health: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CNA (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $25 - $30
