Contract- Cosmetologist

Job Purpose  

The Cosmetologist is compassionate and courteous while providing professional haircuts for patients who are inpatient at Bethany Children’s Health Center. They improve patient well-being by providing haircuts directly at bedside, while strictly adhering to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and health privacy regulations (HIPAA) 

Schedule
Monday mornings with haircuts beginning at 8:30am 

Qualifications 

Education: 

Graduate of an accredited or state-approved cosmetology program 

Experience: 

Minimum of one-year professional Cosmetology experience. Experience working with children and/or medically complex children preferred 

License/Certification/Credential: 

Current Cosmetology or Barber License recognized in the state of Oklahoma in good standing 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Duty 

Provides haircuts and trims for inpatients using clippers, scissors, and other appropriate professional tools and techniques 

Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment by removing hair from the patient's bedside area and disinfecting all haircutting tools and equipment between each patient in accordance with infection prevention standards 

Detangles and grooms patients' hair using appropriate detangling products and brushes or combs while ensuring patient comfort and safety 

Demonstrates proper hand hygiene before and after each patient interaction and at all other required times in accordance with hospital policy 

Maintains the confidentiality of patient, family, and organizational information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and hospital policies 

Maintains professional licensure and complies with all applicable state regulations 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required by an employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

Our work begins where we are all equal - at the heart.

Bethany Children’s Health Center is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient’s physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home. In 2021, the hospital received accreditation from The Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), the nation’s original independent accreditation program recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This distinction confirms that Bethany Children’s Health Center is providing high quality patient care as determined by an external process of evaluation.

In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence. BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs. Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships. 

**Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization’s positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Bethany Children’s Health Center may refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana even if the applicant or employee holds a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.