Aesthetician

Aesthetician Job Description: This is a Full-time or Part-time role. 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.

Location: Ocala West, Lecanto, and Inverness offices

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, Ultherapy, Clear & Brilliant, laser hair removal, acne surgery, micro-needling, CooLifting, and Thermage
• 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 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