Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.54 – $15.99
Average Annual Pay
Range: $30,243 – $33,268
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
$12.98/hr
Range: $12.36 – $13.59
Annual Rate
$26,992
Range: $25,707 – $28,278
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.27/hr
Range: $14.54 – $15.99
Annual Rate
$31,755
Range: $30,243 – $33,268
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.56/hr
Range: $16.72 – $18.39
Annual Rate
$36,518
Range: $34,779 – $38,258
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
