Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Charleston-North Charleston, SC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $15.46 – $17.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $32,157 – $35,372
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
$13.80/hr
Range: $13.14 – $14.46
Annual Rate
$28,700
Range: $27,333 – $30,066
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.23/hr
Range: $15.46 – $17.01
Annual Rate
$33,765
Range: $32,157 – $35,372
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.66/hr
Range: $17.78 – $19.56
Annual Rate
$38,830
Range: $36,981 – $40,678
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
