Transport Aide / PCA – Per Diem | $18.50 hr.
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About the job
About Us
At Amberwoods of Farmington, we provide residents with the highest quality of life through individualized care plans, compassionate staff, and comfortable amenities. We believe every resident is unique and tailor our services to meet their needs and preferences.
Our team works in a warm, family-like culture where employees are valued, supported, and respected. Our beautifully renovated facility provides a welcoming environment for both residents and staff. Conveniently located near I-84, just fifteen minutes from downtown Hartford and accessible by bus line, we are committed to excellence and maintain strong staffing patterns.
We are currently hiring a Per Diem Transport Aide to support resident transportation and care needs.
Pay
- $18.50 per hour
- Per Diem Position
Responsibilities
- Safely transport residents to and from appointments, therapy sessions, and activities within and outside the facility
- Assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed
- Provide support and supervision during off-site appointments
- Assist residents with entering and exiting vehicles and ensure proper use of seatbelts and mobility devices
- Communicate resident needs and appointment details with nursing staff
- Observe and report changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition to nursing staff
- Provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support to residents
Requirements
- PCA Certification (Patient Care Assistant) required
- Previous experience in a nursing home, assisted living, or healthcare setting preferred
- Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs with assistance
Physical Requirements
This is an active role that may include standing, walking, lifting, and assisting residents throughout the shift. Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as needed.
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Amberwoods of Farmington is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
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About Amberwoods of Farmington
Amberwoods of Farmington is a 130 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Amberwoods of Farmington, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Farmington, CT, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and mental health staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Amberwoods of Farmington
Based in Farmington, CTHires in ConnecticutPay on its listings: 90% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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