Personal Care Assistant

Personal Care Assistant Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Ridgecrest, California, United States About this position Personal Care Assistant Job Summary Occupation: Personal Care Assistant Specialty: Living Assistance Program Salary: $19.28–$27.95 per hour Working Hours: 32 hours/week Shifts: Day On-Call: No Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent preferred Position Type: Full Time Work Environment: Client Home Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States Visa Sponsorship: No We’re looking for Personal Care Assistants who are excited to provide compassionate, non-medical care and support to clients in their homes. In this role, you’ll assist with activities of daily living and personal care, meal preparation and feeding, medication reminders, activities, light housekeeping, and transportation needs. You’ll also help maintain a safe, clean environment while supporting each client’s day-to-day needs. We provide our clients with around-the-clock care. All staff members are required to work one weekend per month. Key Responsibilities Provide attendant care and assistance with activities of daily living and personal care, including grooming and toileting Assist with meal preparation and feeding Provide medication reminders Engage clients in activities Perform light housekeeping and help maintain a safe, clean environment Assist with clients’ transportation needs Collaborative Teamwork This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required and maintained Knowledge of medical terminology preferred Ability to write legibly, spell correctly, and perform basic mathematics Six months of caregiver experience in home care preferred Valid California driver’s license and proof of a good driving record Automobile insurance coverage and access to a dependable vehicle for traveling to and from patient homes Required to complete Live Scan Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in the English language Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, coworkers, and community Benefits You'll Enjoy Medical, Dental, Vision 403B with Employer Match Life Insurance Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program Gym Membership Reimbursement Sick and Vacation Time RRH “Earn-To-Learn” Program Welcome To RRH Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program. Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them. About Ridgecrest Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it. Salary Information $19.28 - $27.95Hourly Wage #J-18808-Ljbffr Ridgecrest Regional Hospital