Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Jackson, MS
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $12.66 – $13.93
Average Annual Pay
Range: $26,333 – $28,966
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
$11.30/hr
Range: $10.76 – $11.84
Annual Rate
$23,502
Range: $22,383 – $24,621
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$13.29/hr
Range: $12.66 – $13.93
Annual Rate
$27,649
Range: $26,333 – $28,966
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$15.28/hr
Range: $14.56 – $16.02
Annual Rate
$31,796
Range: $30,283 – $33,311
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
