Responsibilities include: bathing and toileting, transfers using a Hoyer lift, mild wound care, potential meal prep and feeding, putting on a CPAP mask for bedtime.
The patient is an individual in his late 20s who is completely paralyzed and wheelchair-bound with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. He is otherwise fully present mentally and can communicate his needs clearly.
This is a part time role and is not expected to exceed 20 hours of work per week. It is ideal for individuals seeking a position with flexible hours that can provide experience in health and patient care, along with supplemental income during off-work hours.
Hours are flexible and can be adjusted upon negotiation, though we have a strong preference for individuals who are available at fixed times each week.
For previous candidates, the job hours have historically been
Tuesday from 8am-10am, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Wednesday from 8am-10am, and 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday from 8am-10am, and 6:30pm-9:30 p.m.
Though we have a slight preference for individuals with current or future careers in healthcare (e.g. nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, pre-medicine, special education), no PCA or healthcare experience is needed. Patience and a willingness to learn are the key qualifications. Students welcome.
We will check references. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
If you are interested, please fill out this Google form: https://forms.gle/3WEgkCp6AhP2EXC38