Essential Functions:

• Deliver in‐home personal care and supportive services aligned to individualized plans of care under the direction of the assigned clinical staff member (Registered Nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech Therapist)
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)-including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and safe transfers-to promote comfort, dignity, and independence
• Promote a clean, safe home environment by addressing immediate safety risks, maintaining orderly care areas, and completing home‐care related housekeeping tasks that support patient well‐being
• Apply infection prevention and standard precautions during all care activities and reinforce infection control teaching under RN guidance
• Prepare and support meals using principles of good nutrition and follow RN‐directed diet modifications as outlined in the plan of care
• Perform rehabilitative and maintenance exercises (e.g., range‐of‐motion and positioning) as assigned, under the supervision of a Rehabilitation Therapist and documented care instructions
• Record observations and care provided in accordance with agency documentation standards to support safe, coordinated home care services
• Conduct regular travel as required to fulfill job responsibilities, including driving as an essential function of the role

Additional Expectations:

• Build supportive relationships with patients and families through respectful, patient‐centered communication
• Represent the organization with professionalism in the community by showing reliability, empathy, and teamwork across every home visit and care interaction
• Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions
• Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• NYSDOH Home Health Aide (HHA) certification
• Driver License

Preferred:

• Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function
• Up to 1 year of customer/patient‐facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public
• Up to 1 year of experience working in the same work environment or setting (hospital, practice, department/division)
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
• Up to 1 year of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role

• Work is primarily performed in patient homes with exposure to varying conditions, including confined spaces, household hazards, and the presence of pets or other residents
• Role requires travel between patient locations and navigating outdoor conditions such as weather and uneven or icy surfaces
• Occasional work may be performed in office settings that involve close proximity to other employees and standard office conditions

• Requires the ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the workday for extended periods of time, including within patient homes and navigating varied environments
• Requires the ability to transfer, lift, push, pull patients and equipment weighing up to 50lb on an occasional basis
• Requires ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, stoop, kneel, twist, and change positions as needed to perform patient‐care tasks, patient mobility, and household‐related tasks
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and otherwise handle patients, equipment, supplies, and household items, with assistance or appropriate equipment when indicated
• Requires the ability to frequently assist with patient mobility, transfers, positioning, ambulation, and activities of daily living using appropriate techniques, equipment, and available assistance
• Requires the ability to use stairs and navigate varying surfaces and home environments when required and carry necessary supplies between locations
• Requires frequent use of the hands and arms for patient‐care activities, handling equipment and supplies, and other assigned duties
• Physical demands may vary based on patient needs, assigned tasks, available equipment, and the home environment

• Any ‐ All Age Groups

• All employees share responsibility for protecting organizational information and systems. This includes safeguarding sensitive data, following established security policies and procedures, completing required training, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations.
• Roles involved in supply chain, procurement, contracting, vendor management, or third‐party oversight are responsible for supporting cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier and third‐party lifecycle. This includes coordinating supplier due diligence and vendor risk assessment activities, supporting contract compliance with cybersecurity and data protection requirements, monitoring third‐party risk information as applicable, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners, and promptly escalating or reporting identified supply chain or third‐party cybersecurity risks.