Home Health Aide

United Health Services • Johnson City, NY

9d • $15 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to join its Home Care team and provide care to patients in their homes. The role supports patients’ independence, safety, and quality of life by assisting with daily living activities and personal care, while supporting their physical and emotional well-being.

Working under the direction of clinical staff, the Home Health Aide follows individualized plans of care, helps maintain a safe home environment, and supports infection prevention practices. The role includes documenting care, observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, and collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support high-quality outcomes. The position requires regular travel, including driving, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift.

UHS is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier, comprising hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices. The organization reports a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• NYSDOH Home Health Aide (HHA) certification.
• Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function.
• Up to 1 year of customer- or patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public.
• Up to 1 year of experience working in the same work environment or setting, such as a hospital, practice, or department/division.
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience in any job function.
• Up to 1 year of technical or systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-home personal care and supportive services according to individualized plans of care and under the direction of assigned clinical staff, including an RN, PT, OT, or Speech Therapist.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and safe transfers.
• Promote a clean and safe home environment by addressing immediate safety risks, keeping care areas orderly, and completing home-care-related housekeeping tasks.
• Apply infection prevention and standard precautions during care and reinforce infection-control teaching under RN guidance.
• Prepare and support meals using good nutrition principles and follow RN-directed diet modifications in the plan of care.
• Perform assigned rehabilitative and maintenance exercises, such as range-of-motion and positioning, under Rehabilitation Therapist supervision and documented care instructions.
• Record observations and care provided according to agency documentation standards.
• Travel regularly as required to fulfill job responsibilities, including driving.
• Build supportive relationships with patients and families through respectful, patient-centered communication.
• Represent UHS professionally through reliability, empathy, and teamwork.
• Demonstrate UHS values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.
• Follow organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees working 24 or more hours per week, beginning the first of the month after hire.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual starting on day one.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Up to $400 per year in wellness rewards.
• 24/7 EAP counseling and virtual mental health support.
• Food pantry and PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to more than 100,000 online courses and leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders and internal mobility opportunities.
• Compensation reviewed for market competitiveness and internal equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED