Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.64 – $21.60
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,851 – $44,936
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
$17.53/hr
Range: $16.69 – $18.36
Annual Rate
$36,460
Range: $34,723 – $38,196
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.62/hr
Range: $19.64 – $21.60
Annual Rate
$42,894
Range: $40,851 – $44,936
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.71/hr
Range: $22.59 – $24.84
Annual Rate
$49,328
Range: $46,979 – $51,676
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
