Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
United Energy Workers Healthcare
Summary
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) contractor provides non-skilled, non-medical personal care services to home-based patients as authorized in the care plan. The PCA supports patient safety, independence, and comfort by assisting with daily living needs and basic household tasks. The PCA operates solely as an independent contractor and does not possess employee status or authority to direct care.
Job description
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
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
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.