Right at Home Boston MetroWest -
Home Health Aide (HHA), Caregiver, Companion
We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company our mission is to improve the lives of those we serve. Our Home Health Aide/ HHA's are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldnt improve the lives of our seniors with their everyday needs, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day! It is hard to put a price on helping others but we know how important you are and value you provide our clients.
Compensation & Benefits for Home Health Aide/ HHA:
- Competitive pay: $20.00 an hour
- 24/7 office staff support
- Mobile clock in/out
- A great working culture
- PPE (personal protective equipment) provided
- Ongoing PAID training and development through our online learning system
- On-the-job training for unique client situations
- Paid travel time in between clients and paid mileage
- Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances
- Reinforcement of dressings (non-sterile)
- Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
- Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
- Measuring and preparing special diets
- Measuring intake and output
- Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)
- Application of an external (condom-type) catheter
- Assisting with application of arm sling, arm splint or leg splint
Requirements:
- High school degree and/or a G.E.D. certificate
- Six months experience as a Home Health Aide (HHA) in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide (HHA) course
- The Home Health Aide shall have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies
- Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job
- Current CPR Certificate is recommended
- Meets the requirements for employees providing direct patient care
- Read, write, speak and understand English
- Have a valid drivers license and use of an insured automobile for work or access to adequate transportation
Work is completed in client homes in the towns of Waltham, Weston, Wellesley, Newton, Needham, Framingham, Natick, Sudbury, Wayland, and Marlborough.