Personal Care Aide - Williamsville, NY

Personal Care Assistant I Or II

Explore opportunities with Willcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Personal Care Assistant I or II you will provide environmental support, nutritional support, and personal care/hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provides or assists clients with activities of daily living including:
bathing in bed, tub or shower
care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing
care of teeth and mouth including denture care
nail care, filing only
skin care including pericare and applying lotion
transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair
transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet
assist client in preparing for bed
position patient in bed as directed
assists with ambulation including with cane, walker and crutches
personal care dressing of client
medication reminder
Live-in and Sleep Overs:
secures clients home for the night and provides reassurance by being present at the clients home during the nighttime hours
(Washington and Oregon does not provide this service)
Utilize the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable
Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients personal care
Accompany clients to medical appointments or shopping if necessary and performs other essential errands
Measures and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide
Prepares meals as required based upon clients preferred diet
Provides clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.
Records and reports activities related to personal care responsibilities, as required
Reports observations of the clients condition to the Branch Manager or Office Assistant
Notifies the Branch Manager immediately if any incidents or accidents occur
Youll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
Current drivers license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Must have completed a training program in home health aide services OR equivalent exam OR one full year experience in providing personal care services through a home care agency OR training program in personal care services
Preferred Qualifications:
Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
6+ months of home care experience
Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified clients needs
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $13.00 to $20.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.