Fitter Trainee

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Job Title:

Fitter Trainee - Hope’s Boutique (Internal Resource Pool)

Department:

James | SSCBC Boutique

Scope of Position

The Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute and Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center are committed to providing high quality health services in detection, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. Located inside the Breast Center, Hope’s Boutique serves countless breast cancer patients as well as women with other cancers who can benefit from specialty garments (forms, mastectomy bras, lingerie and swimsuits, etc.), head coverings (wigs, hats, scarves), services (hair/wig styling, makeup artistry), or its wide variety of jewelry, lotions, inspirational gifts, and other retail products. Hope’s Boutique and its specialized and talented staff comprise an integral part of the care team at the Breast Center/James Cancer Hospital.

Position Summary

The Fitter Trainee will work towards a license as a Bra/Prosthesis Fitter or Cosmetology/Wig Fitter

and will work closely with the Hope’s team and Breast Center/James faculty and staff to assure selection and delivery of affordable, high quality merchandise and services in a patient friendly environment. This includes breast prostheses, specialized bra or wig/head covering information, and expert technical guidance regarding product selection, fittings, and shaping/styling. The work is primarily done by appointment hence patients are scheduled in the IHIS electronic medical record.  For billing and requisite documentation, the Fitter Trainee must document in IHIS and prepare reports of transactions.  The nature and timing of this work requires the ability to communicate very effectively with patients and exhibit the utmost sensitivity and compassion. The Fitter Trainee will not only provide a reassuring environment, but also remain up to date on evolving product offerings and trends, and analyze continually seek to improve the quality and efficiency of service.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

In training for ABC or BOC licensed for Bra/Prosthesis Fitter or Cosmetology/Wig License for Wig Fitter. Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of experience in business, retail, or marketing related discipline. 

Ongoing:

Once certified, Maintain updated certification with BOC/ABC – Board of Orthotics/Prosthetics certification or Cosmetology Board.  Demonstrate competency to meet essential job functions.  Ongoing participation in professional organizations which provide continuing educational opportunities and promote professional advancement.  Demonstrated ability to actively contribute to the effective planning, coordination and implementation of services of the continuum of care for oncology needs within the community. Maintain CEU’s needed for specific license.

Career Roadmap:

FUNCTION: Clinical Support

SUB-FUNCTION: Post-Mastectomy Services

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Technical

CAREER LEVEL: T1

Additional Information:

Location:

Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center (0874)

Position Type:

Intermittent

Scheduled Hours:

0.2

Shift:

First Shift

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