Aesthetician - Lecanto, Ocala

Job Description

Job Description

Aesthetician Job Description: Works closely with Providers to evaluate and perform effective, customized skin care consultations and treatments to improve and maintain the health and appearance of patient's skin.

Role and Responsibilities

Clinical and Administrative

• Perform professional consultations regarding available services and products; determine patient skincare goals and objectives, along with a care plan to facilitate achievement of those goals
• Perform patient procedures, e.g., Hydrafacials, variety of chemical peels, microdermabrasion, Clear & Brilliant, laser hair removal, acne surgery, micro-needling, etc.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of products and procedures offered at Suncoast Skin Solutions
• Provide patient education for skincare, recommending adjustments to the patient's skincare routine as appropriate to reinforce the provider's therapy regimen and enhance patient confidence
• Consult with providers concerning treatments and patient compliance or non-compliance
• Assist providers with cosmetic consultations and procedures
• Accurately document in the patient's electronic health record as required
• Process correspondence and home care instructions regarding skin treatment plans; track referral sources, sending thank you letters to the source
• Develop written instructions on various aspects of skincare
• Maintain work areas appropriate for patient treatments and product sales, and in compliance with OSHA standards
• Maintain all equipment in working condition in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, resolving any issues or reporting any problems as appropriate
• Maintain a complete inventory of cosmetic/treatment products; routinely check all supplies for expiration dates
• Develop a patient base through direct provider referral and grass roots marketing efforts
• Develop and successfully implement a marketing plan to focus on outside target markets, contributing to marketing brochures and ads; adhere to a marketing budget
• Willingness to cross train to understand the front and back-office workflows

Professional

• Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
• Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
• Adheres to ethical principles
• Time Management
• Adapts to change
• Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education

Communication

• Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
• Adapts communication to individual's ability to understand
• Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette
• Uses medical terminology appropriately
• Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
• Projects a professional manner and image
• Consistent attendance and punctuality
• Adherence to time clock procedures

Legal

• Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
• Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
• Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities
• Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast's Employee Handbook.
• Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA

Core Competencies

• Efficiency
• Attention to details
• Organized
• Punctual
• Takes initiative, proactive
• Team Player
• Honesty/Integrity
• Flexible
• Calm under pressure
• "A Doer", persistence
• Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
• Analytical skills
• Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
• Quick Learner, Intelligence
• Follow through on commitments
• Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude
• Openness to advice and constructive criticism
• Strong work ethic

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing/walking
• Occasional travel
• Multitasking
• Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation
• Extensive reading, writing, typing required
• Lifting to 25lbs
• Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment
• Transferring and positioning patients

Qualifications and Education Requirements :

• 3-5 years of experience strongly preferred
• High school diploma, AA degree or higher
• Licensed as an aesthetician per state of Florida requirements
• One to two years' experience working as an aesthetician in a dermatologist or plastic surgeons office preferred
• Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems
• customer service, excellent verbal communication skills

This position will start as Part-Time with the intention of growing the schedule and the role to Full-Time.