Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Athens-Clarke County, GA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $13.58 – $14.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $28,246 – $31,071
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
$12.12/hr
Range: $11.54 – $12.70
Annual Rate
$25,210
Range: $24,009 – $26,410
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$14.26/hr
Range: $13.58 – $14.94
Annual Rate
$29,659
Range: $28,246 – $31,071
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$16.40/hr
Range: $15.62 – $17.18
Annual Rate
$34,108
Range: $32,483 – $35,732
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
