You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Personal Care Attendant committed to providing superior services to participants by assisting them with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Independent Activities of Daily Living (IADL). The role requires carrying out responsibilities, such as participant advocacy, maintaining cleanliness and order of facilities, and ensuring the safety and confidentiality of participants' information. COVER FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE 

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Provide ADL and IADL to support participants, including assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
• Complete safe transfers using Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as required.
• Clean the bathroom after use by a participant and handle associated duties.
• Communicate appointment reminders to participants.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of the center or home, sanitizing showers/bathrooms and relevant DME.
• Document participant services in the electronic health record accurately and timely.
• Advocate for participants by reporting any violations of their rights and responsibilities.
• Respond to and document participant complaints or requests in a timely manner.
• Report any changes in participant’s condition to supervisor or designee promptly.
• Maintain professional composure and responsiveness to all customer groups.
• Ensure a safe environment for participants and self, reporting and/or reversing hazards.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement program as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA safety guidelines and policies.
• Maintain participant confidentiality per HIPAA requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working with frail and low-income elderly individuals is preferred.
• Professional demeanor and exceptional patience with participants.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with participants.
• Strong written skills for daily activity charting.

Schedule / Shift

M-F 8am-5pm

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Life Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk work environments (warehouse or industrial areas), high-risk/ high-error job duties that could result in life-threatening injury or death, operation of heavy-duty machinery, working with hazardous chemicals, exposure to other dangerous materials, such as drugs and sharp instruments. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.