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Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salaries
in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $14.54 – $15.99
Average Annual Pay
Range: $30,243 – $33,268
Salaries for Home Health and Personal Care Aides near Scranton--Wilkes-Barre
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$13.53
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$19.85
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Arizona, AZ
$17.99
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Arkansas, AR
$13.89
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$18.26
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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
