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Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salaries
in District of Columbia, DC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.42 – $21.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,394 – $44,433
Salaries for Home Health and Personal Care Aides near District of Columbia
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$13.53
33.6%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in District of Columbia, DC
Alaska, AK
$19.85
2.6%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in District of Columbia, DC
Arizona, AZ
$17.99
11.8%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in District of Columbia, DC
Arkansas, AR
$13.89
31.9%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in District of Columbia, DC
California, CA
$18.26
10.4%Lower than Home Health and Personal Care Aides in District of Columbia, DC
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
$17.33/hr
Range: $16.51 - $18.16
Annual Rate
$36,051
Range: $34,335 - $37,768
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.39/hr
Range: $19.42 - $21.36
Annual Rate
$42,413
Range: $40,394 - $44,433
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.45/hr
Range: $22.33 - $24.56
Annual Rate
$48,775
Range: $46,453 - $51,098
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
