Home Care- Home Heath Aide

SummaryResponsible for helping patients with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs as required by the patient.Essential FunctionsHelps patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and other daily tasks.Performs basic health care services for patients, including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication.-Helps with general light housekeeping.-Makes transportation arrangements as needed.-Observes and reports on patient's condition.EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsClass D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [Mass License] - Certified Home Health Aide - RequiredExperienceClinical/Hospital/Managed Care Office Experience 1-2 years preferred or Patient Care Experience 0-1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledgeable in-patient care practices including personal care, homemaking and basic health care services.- Ability to work with limited supervision.- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.- Have good personal hygiene.- Able to do light housekeeping.- Good communication skills both written and oral.Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)