Personal Care Assistant in Mancos, CO
United Energy Workers Healthcare
Summary
Why Caregivers Love Working with Us
Job description
Overview
Why Caregivers Love Working with Us
- Flexible Scheduling: Set your hours and days off to suit your needs and those of your clients.
- Work-Life Balance: Choose how much or how little you work based on your preferences.
- Meaningful Impact: Make a real difference in your clients' lives with personalized care.
About Us: Our company, founded by the grandchildren of a former Department of Energy worker, is dedicated to providing exceptional care inspired by our founders’ commitment to their grandfather’s well-being. We focus on delivering high-quality care to the energy worker community. We’re seeking a compassionate caregiver contractor to provide in-home care. This 1099 Independent Contractor role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work outside traditional clinical settings.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
- Provide basic support with ambulation, transfers, and safe positioning.
- Assist with meal preparation and basic nutrition reminders.
- Perform light housekeeping duties to promote a clean and safe home environment.
- Offer companionship and engage in appropriate supportive interaction.
- Document time worked and services rendered per agency requirements.
- Report observed changes in patient condition to designated agency personnel.
- Maintain confidentiality and patient dignity in accordance with HIPAA and agency standards.
Assignment Limitations
- Contractor shall not administer medications or perform any clinical procedures.
- Contractor shall not modify care plans or provide medical advice.
- Contractor shall not offer or arrange transportation services.
- Contractor shall not supervise others or represent UEW in any official capacity.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- In some states, completion of a state-approved PCA training program may be required.
- In some states, PCA contractors must be listed on the applicable aide registry or credential database.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
- Previous experience in personal care, home health, or caregiving strongly preferred.
- Reliable personal transportation required for travel to patient homes and the regional office, as needed.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Work-life balance
Company overview
United Energy Workers Healthcare is a specialized healthcare provider dedicated to serving former and current atomic energy workers and contractors through federal compensation programs. The company focuses on delivering comprehensive patient care for individuals affected by occupational radiation exposure and toxic substance exposure while working in the nation's nuclear weapons and energy programs. Their services are centered around two key federal programs: the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) and the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). UEW Healthcare provides expert guidance, application support, and whole-person in-home care services including skilled nursing, care coordination, daily living support, and comprehensive medical management. With deep compassion and firsthand experience in the energy industry, the company has built a reputation for excellence in serving this specialized patient population. Headquartered in Riverton, Wyoming, UEW Healthcare operates with a team of dedicated professionals who understand the unique needs of atomic workers and their families, providing both medical benefits coordination and compassionate care delivery to support patients in maintaining dignity and independence at home.