Personal Care Assistant

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

Ridgecrest, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Ambulance Services, Auto Insurance, Basic Life Support (BLS), Community Health, Cook Dishes, Customer Relations, Driver's License, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Home Care, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Insurance, Mathematics, Medical Office Administration, Medical Terminology, Medications, Medicine, Nonprofit, On Call, Personal Care, Primary Care, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ridgecrest, CA
POSTED
5 days ago

Job Summary Occupation: Personal Care Assistant Specialty:Living Assistance Program Salary:$18.00$24.46 Working Hours:32 hours/week Shifts:Varies On-Call:No Degree Required:High school diploma preferred Position Type:Full Time Work Environment:Hospital / Home Care Location:93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States Visa Sponsorship:No Job Description Werelooking for compassionate Personal Care Assistants who are eager to make a difference in the daily lives of clients through attentive, non-medical support. In this role,youllassistwith personal hygiene, meal preparation, mobility, and light housekeeping in a home care setting. As part of our Living Assistance Program,youllhelp ensure clients feel safe, respected, and supported in their day-to-day routines. This position includes a requirement to work one weekend per month. Key Responsibilities Provide assistancewith grooming, toileting, and other personal care needs Assistwith meal preparation, feeding, and medication reminders Engage clients in safe, meaningful activities and companionship Perform light housekeeping andmaintaina clean, safe environment Assistwith transportation for errands and appointments Collaborative Teamwork This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, client-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationrequiredand maintained Knowledge of medical terminology preferred Ability to write legibly, spell correctly, and perform basic math Six months of experience as a caregiver in home care preferred Valid California drivers license,good drivingrecord, and automobile insurance Access to a reliable vehicle for home visits Completion of Live Scanrequired Benefits Youll Enjoy Medical, Dental, Vision 403B with Employer Match Life Insurance Flex Spending Health Care Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program Gym Membership Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Sick and Vacation Time Welcome To RRH Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and acomprehensive network of servicessupported by more than 860 employees. Our organizationoperatesfive primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilitiesallowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical AssociationsJoy in Medicine Awardin both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH alsomaintainsan establishedphysicianwell-being program. Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our communitys health and the well-being of those who care for them. About Ridgecrest Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe,itsbeen voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia NationalForestand Death Valley. Learn moreAbout Ridgecrestand theOutdoor Activitiesaround it.

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Ridgecrest Regional Hospital