<p>This is a Personal Care Aide (PCA) role providing in-home support to clients in Plant City, Florida and the surrounding areas. Working under the SunCrest OMNI home care model — part of a large national post-acute care network — caregivers assist individuals with activities of daily living so they can remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. PRN (as-needed) shifts are available with flexible scheduling to fit a range of availability. This is a strong entry point into home-based care for candidates who value direct, one-on-one patient relationships in a community setting.</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</li> <li>PRN / flexible shift structure — schedule adapts to your availability</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs</li> <li>Equity stock purchase plan</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>Career development pathways within a large national post-acute care organization</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>In-home care setting — clients served in their own residences across Plant City and surrounding communities</li> <li>PRN shifts available with flexible hours to accommodate varying schedules</li> <li>Direct personal care responsibilities: bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support duties: meal preparation, light household tasks, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Clinical monitoring: documenting client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintaining confidentiality in accordance with applicable standards</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for visit documentation</li> <li>Responsibility for maintaining a safe home environment and operating medical equipment as needed</li> <li>Serves clients across all age groups and backgrounds regardless of age, race, disability, or financial condition</li> <li>Part of the Optum / UnitedHealth Group family of businesses — large organizational infrastructure with national resources</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</li> <li>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-required training OR passing score on the AHCA competency test</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across a variety of home environments</li> <li>Six or more months of prior home care experience preferred</li> <li>Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Plant City sits in eastern Hillsborough County, roughly midway between Tampa and Lakeland along the I-4 corridor — giving residents easy access to two major metro areas while enjoying a smaller-city pace and significantly lower cost of living than coastal Florida markets. The area is known for its agricultural roots, the annual Florida Strawberry Festival, and a tight-knit community feel. Outdoor recreation, warm year-round weather, and proximity to Tampa Bay's cultural and employment amenities make Plant City a practical and appealing base for healthcare workers at any career stage.</p>