Home Health Aide Jobs in Abington, PA

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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Medication Certified Caregiver (CMT)

  • Brightview Senior Living, LLC
  • Wayne, PA (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wayne, PA (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Engage and assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs). Look for changes in residents' day and personal care needs and work with the nurse to update their personal Resident Care Plan....

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Direct Support Professional

  • Redeemer Health
  • Huntingdon Valley, PA (3 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Huntingdon Valley, PA (3 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

OVERVIEW Step into a meaningful role at Redeemer Health. Your technical expertise and enthusiasm will greatly contribute to the experiences of our patients, residents, and communities. We support...

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Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver - $16/hr

  • Delta-T Group Inc.
  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (8 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (8 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

CONTRACTING WITH DTG This is an independent contractor opportunity for anyone who has ever worked as a: CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCA, Personal Care Assistant, Companion, HHA, Home Health Aide...

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Personal Care Assistant/ Home Health Aide- Bilingual

  • VT Hackney Inc.
  • Norristown, PA (10 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Norristown, PA (10 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Personal Care Assistant/ Home Health Aide- Bilingual Norristown, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22617992 Summary Norristown, PA Travel Job within 10 miles operating radius Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience High...

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Support Partner (Direct Support Professional)

  • VALUES INTO ACTION INC
  • Philadelphia, PA (11 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (11 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

This includes: Personal care (bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, transferring with a Hoyer lift) Transportation using a wheelchair-accessible van Medication administration and healthcare appointments...

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Personal Care Assistant

  • The Judge Group
  • Perkasie, PA (19 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Perkasie, PA (19 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Care Assistant (PCA) for the remainder of the 2025 school year!...

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Caregiver

  • BUCKTAIL MEDICAL CENTER
  • Norristown, PA (10 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Norristown, PA (10 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Meal Preparation & Nutrition: Prepare healthy meals and snacks tailored to specific dietary requirements or textures, assisting with feeding as needed....

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Direct Support Professional

  • Merakey
  • Aston, PA (24 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Aston, PA (24 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care....

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Certified Home Health Aide CHHA

  • Elara Caring
  • Burlington, NJ (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 6 hours ago

Health Aide, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways: Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance Assist clients with mobility, transfers...

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Hospice Care Consultant

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Bristol, PA (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bristol, PA (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Overview Find your passion and purpose making a difference in the lives of patients and families. Join our team as a Hospice Care Consultant and help connect those in need with compassionate...

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Full Time Caregiver Lead

  • Home Instead
  • Drexel Hill, PA (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Drexel Hill, PA (15 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Care Pro Lead (Full-Time Caregiver Lead) At Home Instead, our mission is to make life better for older adults and the caregivers who support them. As a Care Pro Lead, youll build on your...

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Home Care Aide - driving required

  • Help at Home
  • King of Prussia, PA (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community! We are offering a * $1,000 sign-on bonus for compassionate and reliable caregivers who can provide in-home support to clients and assist with...

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Marvelous Caregivers Needed In Glen Mills

  • Visiting Angels
  • Glen Mills, PA (24 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Glen Mills, PA (24 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

care assistance, including bathing and grooming Companionship and friendship for seniors and their loved ones Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and other errands Maintain communication...

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Certified Home Health Aide

  • Moorestown, NJ (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (14 miles from Abington, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

We have an immediate opening for a lovely woman in Pemberton, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm. $20-$21/hour Next is a very sweet man in Voorhees, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 4pm-8pm. Please...

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Home Health Aide Trainee

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Willow Grove, PA (1 mile from Abington, PA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Willow Grove, PA (1 mile from Abington, PA)
  • 21 hours ago

Requisition #: 213773 Location: Willow Grove, PA 19090 Category: Home Health Aide Salary: $12.50 - $16.00 per hour Position Details The Home Health Aide Trainee role is an entry-level position in Aveannas...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Abington, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Abington, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

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


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