Home Health Aide Jobs in Pontiac, MI

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Registered Nurse, Home Health 20K Bonus

  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager $20,000 Sign On Bonus Salary Range: $70,000 to $100,000/per year Royal Oak, MI 48068 #AC-RN Reimagine Your Career in Home Health As a medical...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Full-time 2nd Shift

  • Rochester, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rochester, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

The DSP may assist in areas of mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational, leisure time management, and community participation....

Hospice Aide (CNA)

  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 hours ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES You will provide patient care including bathing, nail/skin care, dressing/undressing, dental and other personal hygiene while maintaining a sanitary and orderly environment You...

Caregiver

  • Bruce Township, MI (17 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bruce Township, MI (17 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 21 hours ago

RESPONSIBILITIES With dignity, compassion, and care, your duties include, but not limited to: Companionship Light cooking and cleaning Bathing, grooming and toileting Assistance with ambulation and...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Cedar Grove -2nd Shift FT

  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago

The DSP may assist in areas of mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational, leisure time management, and community participation....

Companion Caregiver

  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago

and Alzheimer's care Aiding with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, and incontinence care Performing safe transfers using gait belts and Hoyer lifts (training available) Providing transportation...

Bilingual Caregiver - (Hindi, Punjabi or Ordu)

  • Rochester, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rochester, MI (8 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 22 hours ago

and Alzheimer's care Aiding with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, and incontinence care Performing safe transfers using gait belts and Hoyer lifts (training available) Providing transportation...

Caregiver

  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southfield, MI (11 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Tasks include Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Mobility, Medication, Housework, Laundry, etc....

Med Tech / Caregiver - FT/PT - Woodland Village

  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Woodland Village Brighton, MI Shifts: FT Afternoon or PT Midnights Woodland Village in Brighton, MI is a proud member of Trinity Health Senior...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - 2nd & 3rd Shift FT

  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warren, MI (18 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago

The DSP may assist in areas of mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational, leisure time management, and community participation....

PT Caregiver/Med Tech

  • Sterling Heights, MI (13 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (13 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Assisting clients with activities of daily living, specifically but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, etc....

Caregiver/MedTech

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Assisting clients with activities of daily living, specifically but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, etc. Passing medications....

Caregiver

  • Shelby Township, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (14 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Assisting clients with activities of daily living, specifically but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, etc....

Caregivers wanted all shifts Immediate openings Full and PT

  • Saint Clair Shores, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Clair Shores, MI (24 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources IMMEDIATE...

Caregiver In Home WEEKENDS

  • Auburn Hills, MI (2 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (2 miles from Pontiac, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Support with a variety of daily living tasks and reminders Transportation to appointments, errands and social outings Light housekeeping and meal preparation Standby assistance with personal hygiene...

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Pontiac, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Pontiac, MI
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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