Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $13.82 – $15.20
Average Annual Pay
Range: $28,746 – $31,620
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
$12.33/hr
Range: $11.75 – $12.92
Annual Rate
$25,656
Range: $24,434 – $26,877
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$14.51/hr
Range: $13.82 – $15.20
Annual Rate
$30,183
Range: $28,746 – $31,620
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$16.69/hr
Range: $15.89 – $17.48
Annual Rate
$34,710
Range: $33,058 – $36,363
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
