Aesthetician/Laser Technician

Aesthetician/Laser Technician

This individual is responsible for the delivery of elective skin care services for patients and works under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. Other responsibilities include patient education on treatment plans and medication. Ensures the patient is satisfied with their elective skin care services and products recommended, and continues to return to receive top quality skin care treatment.

Minimum Job Requirements:

High school diploma; college degree preferred.

Current State License

Two-years experience in a medical office working as an aesthetician.

Essential Skills and Abilities:

Possesses wide-ranging knowledge of skin care treatment, elective services and products.

Excellent communication skills.

Good problem solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work as a team member.

Well-organized with attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Treat patients and co-workers with respect.

Empathetic with patient's needs and concerns.

Key Duties and Responsibilities % of Time or Importance:

1. Primary Responsibilities 80%

Provide patients with complimentary consultations regarding skin care services.

Provide patients with instructions and educational materials that relate to their unique skin type and recommend adjustments to their skin care regiment, as appropriate.

Determines the patient's skin care goals and objectives, and recommend products, esthetician, and physician services that can reasonably facilitate the patient's attainment of their goals.

Seeks advice and supervision of Director of Nursing, as required, on treatment protocols and notifies the Director of Nursing of any patient noncompliance.

Responsible for the coordination of any correspondence to patients regarding their skin care treatment plan, product usage, and home care instructions.

Delivers medical aesthetic treatments based on established treatment plan and patient orders.

Maintains the patient's medical records detailing all treatment procedures, elective products, medication history, and educational materials distributed.

Responsible for patient communication protocols, as defined by the physician(s).

2. Secondary Duties 20%

Monitors equipment to insure proper operation, and maintains said equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.

Maintains treatment rooms and work areas in compliance with OSHA standards.

Participates and attends in-service educational programs and staff meetings.

Maintain a valid esthetician license in accordance with state regulations.