Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Other Personal Care and Service Workers

Personal care and service workers in healthcare provide hands-on care and assistance to patients in healthcare settings. They may work in hospitals, nursing homes, or in-home care settings. Their responsibilities may include helping patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as providing companionship and emotional support. They may also assist with mobility, administer medication, and monitor vital signs.

Personal care and service workers in healthcare may include nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants, home health aides, personal care aides, and others. They may be required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training, or in some cases, complete a state-approved training program and pass a competency exam. They also may require to have a certification to work in some states.