Home Health and Personal Care Aides Jobs Pay in State College, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $15.04 – $16.54
Average Annual Pay
Range: $31,283 – $34,412
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
$13.42/hr
Range: $12.78 – $14.06
Annual Rate
$27,920
Range: $26,591 – $29,250
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.79/hr
Range: $15.04 – $16.54
Annual Rate
$32,847
Range: $31,283 – $34,412
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.16/hr
Range: $17.30 – $19.02
Annual Rate
$37,774
Range: $35,975 – $39,574
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
