Job Description
Launch your rewarding healthcare career with Alaska Home Care Professionals! We're seeking compassionate individuals for our paid Home Health Aide training program in Anchorage. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive hands-on training to equip you with essential skills. Join our team dedicated to improving lives through personalized care in the comfort of patients' homes. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities in Alaska's growing healthcare sector.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding
- Monitor vital signs and document patient observations
- Assist with mobility transfers and ambulation
- Administer prescribed medications under supervision
- Transport patients to medical appointments
- Maintain clean and safe home environments
- Communicate effectively with families and care teams
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Alaska driver's license and reliable transportation
- Pass background check and drug screening
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds with proper technique
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Compassionate patient-centered mindset
- Willingness to complete state-mandated training
- Basic computer literacy for documentation