Home Health Aide - Certified

Job Title: Home Health Aide I (HHA)
Department: Home Care
Location: Monroe County, In the community
Hours Per Week: Full-Time & Part-Time available
Schedule: Monday - Friday; Days, 8am-5pm

Join our compassionate team of caregivers dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our patients by providing vital at-home support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service: Promote and restore patients' health by executing tasks outlined in their care plan, collaborating closely with Community Health Nurse/Therapist, and providing assistance in personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and running errands.
• Communication: Effectively convey patient health statuses, treatment plans, and progress updates, while maintaining regular communication with office and supervisory staff.
• Documentation: Ensure accurate and complete documentation of client care on the activity sheet.
• Compliance: Adhere to departmental protocols, HIPAA regulations, and all local, state, and federal requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New York State Driver's License.
• Home Health Aide certification from the New York State Education Department.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Compassionate and dependable with a patient-focused mindset.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently.
• Exceptional documentation and communication abilities.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the capability to follow written and verbal instructions.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

• Home Health Aide certification from the New York State Education Department.
• Valid New York State Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires medium work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, with significant walking, standing, or squatting.

For disease-specific care programs, refer to the relevant program specifications for experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

PAY RANGE:

$18.65 - $19.75

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14607

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for a successful applicant. It may be modified in the future and is eligible for additional pay components based on experience, relevant qualifications, and location.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.