Personal Care Assistant

Personal Care Assistant

Eminence Home Care of Maryland is looking for a talented Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to join our amazing team!

As a Personal Care Assistant, you will provide direct care and support to patients in their homes or in a healthcare facility. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that every person receives the highest level of care possible, while having an unwavering commitment to helping patients live their best lives.

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour (depending on experience)

What you'll be doing:

• Assist clients with personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assist with mobility and transfer of patients.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and cleaning.

What we're looking for:

• Prior experience as a Personal Care Aide or similar role preferred.
• Compassionate and caring attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proof of up-to-date immunizations and negative TB test.
• High School diploma or GED.
• The ability to think and work independently, with direction from a team leader or manager, while maintaining efficient and consistent communications at all times.
• Must also have excellent oral communication skills when speaking with other health professionals in the presence of patients (i.e. "bedside manner").
• Can endure high-pressure situations in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and keep a calm, professional demeanor throughout.