Esthetician PNE-Plastic Surgery Casual Days

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

**This is a Casual, Esthetician position located on the Lake Forest hospital campus for the Plastic Surgery specialty.  This position will be providing areola tattoos for breast reconstruction patients. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.**

The Esthetician-PNE , under the direction of a medical director and director, helps to improve the health and appearance of the patient’s skin by safely performing a variety of facial dermatology procedures in a professional, customer focused manner while ensuring patient comfort. This position is accountable for coordinating, providing, and retailing high quality cosmetic care and products

Responsibilities:

• Certified Paramedical Artist specialized in 3D Areola Tattooing for breast cancer survivors
• Casual/PNE Role. Expected 4-8 hours per month
• Consultation: Discuss patients desired look, color, concerns and realistic expectations
• Design: Create a design by measuring and outlining nipple area
• Tattoo: Applying tattoo using professional techniques
• Assesses the patient, reviews patient’s relevant history, prepares appropriate supplies and sterile equipment.
• Performs facial dermatology services and/or assist physician with procedures (laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, chemical peels, biopsies, etc.).
• Provides patient education and answers questions before, during, and after treatment.
• Captures pre- and post-treatment photos.
• Evaluates effects of treatment, observes and notes patient’s response/progress, makes recommendations and adjustments as appropriate, provides cosmetic consultations.
• Promotes additional services and cosmetic products.
• Reports patient care problems or equipment deficiencies to management.
• Cleans, prepares, and stocks examination and treatment rooms, orders supplies.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Aesthetician, Licensed (IL).
• Diploma or certification of completion from an accredited institution for Aestheticians.
• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience in a relevant role.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience with laser and light-based technology, medical-grad, chemical peels, and use of skincare products in a medical spa (medispa, medspa), dermatology, or plastic surgeon’s office.
• Specialty certification as required (permanent cosmetic professional).

• This is a casual position 

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.