Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.98 – $18.68
Average Annual Pay
Range: $35,318 – $38,850
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
$15.16/hr
Range: $14.43 – $15.88
Annual Rate
$31,521
Range: $30,020 – $33,023
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.83/hr
Range: $16.98 – $18.68
Annual Rate
$37,084
Range: $35,318 – $38,850
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.50/hr
Range: $19.53 – $21.48
Annual Rate
$42,647
Range: $40,616 – $44,678
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
