Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Ithaca, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $18.78 – $20.66
Average Annual Pay
Range: $39,062 – $42,969
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
$16.76/hr
Range: $15.96 – $17.56
Annual Rate
$34,864
Range: $33,203 – $36,524
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.72/hr
Range: $18.78 – $20.66
Annual Rate
$41,016
Range: $39,062 – $42,969
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.68/hr
Range: $21.60 – $23.76
Annual Rate
$47,168
Range: $44,921 – $49,414
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
