<p>This per diem home care aide role is based in the Davenport, Florida area, supporting a post-acute home care organization that partners with hospitals and physician networks across the country. The position centers on direct, one-on-one patient support in the home setting — personal care, daily living assistance, and condition monitoring — with flexible scheduling that suits caregivers who value autonomy and community-based work. The role is an accessible entry point into a large, nationally backed healthcare system with a defined path for growth.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range: $10.00 – $25.05 per hour, based on local labor market, education, experience, and certifications</li> <li>Per diem / flexible scheduling structure</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs</li> <li>Employee equity stock purchase plan</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>Development opportunities for advancement into additional roles within the organization</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home-based care model — all patient interactions occur in the client's private residence across the Davenport, FL service area</li> <li>Personal care responsibilities include bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support duties include meal preparation, light household tasks, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Clinical monitoring responsibilities include documenting client condition, vital signs, and incident reporting</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment in the home environment is expected</li> <li>Caseload spans clients of all ages, backgrounds, and functional levels — comfort working across diverse populations is essential</li> <li>Part of a nationally recognized post-acute care network affiliated with a major health system, providing organizational infrastructure and support</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance and reliable transportation, or demonstrated access to public transit</li> <li>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-required training OR passing score on the AHCA competency test prior to or upon hire</li> <li>Six or more months of prior home care experience preferred</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred; candidates without certification must obtain it within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours independently with minimal direct supervision</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Davenport is a growing community in Polk County, Florida, situated between Orlando and Tampa along the I-4 corridor — offering convenient access to two major metro areas while maintaining a lower cost of living than either city. The area features year-round warm weather, proximity to Central Florida's extensive recreational amenities, and a rapidly expanding residential base that reflects strong regional demand for home-based healthcare services. For caregivers who prefer community-rooted work over a clinical facility setting, Davenport offers an appealing combination of affordability, accessibility, and quality of life.</p>