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

The Ohio State University

30d • Onsite

About The 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.

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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• assure selection and delivery of affordable, high quality merchandise and services in a patient friendly environment
• provide breast prostheses, specialized bra or wig/head covering information, and expert technical guidance regarding product selection, fittings, and shaping/styling
• document in IHIS and prepare reports of transactions
• communicate very effectively with patients and exhibit the utmost sensitivity and compassion
• provide a reassuring environment
• remain up to date on evolving product offerings and trends
• analyze continually seek to improve the quality and efficiency of service

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level