Home Health Aide, Lexington, Concord, Arlington, Bedford, Burlington areas - Full-time / Part-time

Partners HealthCare at Home serves patients from rehabilitation after illness or injury, to chronic disease management. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality specialized care designed to meet the patients' unique needs with the goal of optimizing independence and quality of life. Our clinicians are highly skilled and able to function both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

We value the uniqueness of our employees who are a reflection of the communities and patients that we serve. Our attractive and comprehensive benefits package is designed to meet the needs of our employees.

Job Summary

Perform paraprofessional home health aide services by following a written plan of care. Work is performed under the supervision of a primary nurse or therapist. HHA will provide personal care and related activities of daily living services for patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. Reports and documentation will be prepared and regulatory and agency guidelines will be followed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Massachusetts Home Care Aide Certification required
• Must pass the Massachusetts Council Home Care Aide exam
• 2 years of home health aide experience required
• Must successfully pass five clinical training modules
• High school diploma or GED required
• Computer experience or demonstrated aptitude to learn
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing to meet communication and documentation requirements
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required to interact with a diverse population
• Ability to adapt to changing situations required
• Must be organized and be able to independently and reliably follow specific instructions