Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Akron, OH
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $15.43 – $16.97
Average Annual Pay
Range: $32,094 – $35,304
How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$13.77/hr
Range: $13.12 – $14.42
Annual Rate
$28,644
Range: $27,280 – $30,008
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.20/hr
Range: $15.43 – $16.97
Annual Rate
$33,699
Range: $32,094 – $35,304
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.63/hr
Range: $17.74 – $19.52
Annual Rate
$38,754
Range: $36,908 – $40,600
Home Health and Personal Care Aides job description
Home Health and Personal Care Aides professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
