Certified Fitter - Oncology - West Ashley Cancer Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

HOURS:

32hrs/week, Monday - Friday with one day off, or can work Monday - Thursday

*Knowledge of DME billing preferred*

Job Summary:

The Certified Fitter in the Healing Boutique is responsible for garment fittings, including stockings and other durable medical equipment items, breast prosthesis and post mastectomy services as deemed medically necessary by physician orders. This position is also responsible for fitting customers with breast prosthesis and post mastectomy services including but not limited to lymph edema and compression sleeves. The Certified Fitter provides patient follow up and implementation of a treatment plan using external breast prosthesis and other post-mastectomy products. The treatment includes, but is not limited to: verification of prescription/documentation, a needs assessment based on patient and/or caregiver input., consultation with and/or referral to other healthcare professionals, adjustments to accommodate individual anatomic contours, patient education and instruction. This role manages the product inventory and special custom orders within budget. Utilizes a follow-up treatment plan that ensures successful mastectomy prosthetic outcomes., of, confirmation of patient education and instruction. Promotes competency and enhancement of post-mastectomy professional practice to contribute to the profession’s body of knowledge which includes, but is not limited to, participation in: continuing education, promotion of public awareness of the post-mastectomy profession, consumer organizations, governmental and non-governmental organizations. Performs functions consistent with supporting the entire Healing Boutique team including providing excellent customer service. Promotes the marketing strategies as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school graduate or GED preferred. In lieu of high school diploma or GED, a minimum of six years of work experience as a Garment Fitter and/or compression sleeves may be considered. Basic reading comprehension skills required. For those without a GED or High School diploma, a passing result for a reading comprehension assessment is required for this position. The assessment will be administered during the interview process by a Human Resources representative.

Experience: Three years of work experience as a Garment Fitter and compression sleeves.

Licensure/Certification:

Certification by one of following national Certification/Accreditation Boards: Mastectomy fitter Board of Certification and/or American Board for Certification Orthotics and Prosthetics and Certified Compression Fitter.

Primary Source Verification (if applicable):

Knowledge/Skills:

Up to date with industry standards and techniques. Knowledge of medical necessity requirements for insurance companies, Coding and basic computer skills. Must have excellent communication skills both in person and phone as well as the ability to multi-task.

Other: N/A

Contacts:

Work Demands/Environment:

Frequent Standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Intermittent lifting, pushing and pulling.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. 

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Healing Boutique RSFCC - St Francis Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com.