Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in District of Columbia, DC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.42 – $21.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,394 – $44,433
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
