<p>This Personal Care Aide (Caregiver) role is based in Plant City, Florida, serving home-based clients in Plant City and the surrounding areas through a post-acute home care program affiliated with a nationally recognized network. The position offers flexible PRN scheduling, making it an accessible entry point for caregivers who want meaningful one-on-one patient relationships without a rigid shift structure. The most compelling differentiator here is the combination of scheduling flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package — including equity stock purchase and 401(k) — that is uncommon for PRN home care roles.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range: $10.00 – $24.23 per hour, based on local labor market, education, experience, and certifications; all applicable minimum wage laws honored</li> <li>PRN / flexible shift structure — choose hours that fit your availability across Plant City and surrounding communities</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to individual performance</li> <li>Equity stock purchase plan available to eligible team members</li> <li>401(k) contribution program for eligible employees</li> <li>Clear performance expectations with defined development pathways for advancement into other roles</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home-based care setting — clients are supported in their own residences across Plant City, FL and surrounding areas</li> <li>One-on-one patient care model focused on helping individuals maintain independence at home</li> <li>Daily responsibilities include personal hygiene assistance (bathing, grooming, dressing), ambulation support, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support duties: meal preparation, light household tasks, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Clinical monitoring responsibilities: documenting client condition, vital signs, and incidents with strict confidentiality standards</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for documentation and compliance</li> <li>Responsible for maintaining a safe home environment and operating medical equipment appropriately</li> <li>Client population spans all ages, backgrounds, and care needs — comfort working across diverse home situations is essential</li> <li>Part of a nationally scaled post-acute care network with structured clinical and operational support</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid driver's license with active vehicle insurance and reliable personal transportation — or demonstrated access to public transit</li> <li>Current CPR certification required at time of hire</li> <li>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-mandated training program, or passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across varying client schedules</li> <li>Ability to function effectively in any home environment regardless of client age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition</li> <li>Six or more months of prior home care experience preferred</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Plant City sits in eastern Hillsborough County, Florida — roughly midway between Tampa and Lakeland along the I-4 corridor — offering a small-city feel with easy access to the amenities of the Tampa Bay metro area. Known as the "Winter Strawberry Capital of the World," Plant City features a low cost of living relative to coastal Florida, a tight-knit community atmosphere, and proximity to major employment, entertainment, and healthcare hubs in Tampa. The region's warm climate, outdoor recreation options, and family-friendly neighborhoods make it an attractive base for caregivers seeking stability and community connection.</p>