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Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salaries
in Altoona, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.68 – $16.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $30,534 – $33,588
Salaries for Home Health and Personal Care Aides near Altoona
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Alabama, AL
$13.53
12.2%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Altoona, PA
Alaska, AK
$19.85
28.8%Higher than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Altoona, PA
Arizona, AZ
$17.99
16.7%Higher than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Altoona, PA
Arkansas, AR
$13.89
9.9%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Altoona, PA
California, CA
$18.26
18.5%Higher than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Altoona, PA
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
$13.10/hr
Range: $12.48 - $13.73
Annual Rate
$27,252
Range: $25,954 - $28,550
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.41/hr
Range: $14.68 - $16.15
Annual Rate
$32,061
Range: $30,534 - $33,588
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.72/hr
Range: $16.88 - $18.57
Annual Rate
$36,870
Range: $35,114 - $38,626
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
