In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA (Canton, TX)

Visiting Angels • Canton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Tyler is hiring in-home caregivers to serve clients throughout the East Texas area, including Canton, Ben Wheeler, Murchison, Tyler, Jacksonville, and Palestine. The Patient Care Assistant supports clients’ wellness and quality of life in accordance with their individual care plans. The role includes personal care, companionship, assistance with daily activities, and transportation-related support. Caregivers may pursue advanced training in areas such as dementia and Alzheimer’s care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• First Aid and emergency response training; training is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to manage multiple duties at once.
• Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
• Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and physically supporting a client.
• Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
• Ability and willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, such as background checks.
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in advanced training, including dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PPE provided
• Holiday pay
• Referral bonuses
• Direct deposit
• Weekly pay
• Continuing education
• Sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED