What are the responsibilities and job description for the Breast Care Specialist position at HERS Breast Cancer Foundation?
Foundation Background
HERS Breast Cancer Foundation is a Bay Area nonprofit organization committed to empowering individuals healing from breast cancer by providing post-surgical products and support, regardless of financial status. With program stores located in Fremont and San Leandro, HERS offers a private and compassionate environment where patients receive assessment and fitting services for products such as pocketed bras, breast prostheses, lymphedema compression garments, and wigs.
The Foundation's goal is to restore our patients' sense of "HERS" -- Hope, Empowerment, Renewal, and Support. Our products and services help breast cancer patients heal physically and emotionally during one of the most challenging times of their lives. More details about our programs and services are available on our website.
About this Role
The Breast Care Specialist (BCS) is a full-time in-person role at our Fremont location. In this position, you will provide personalized fitting services for breast cancer survivors for prescribed products such pocketed bras, breast prostheses, and lymphedema compression garments, while delivering compassionate and professional patient care. Additional responsibilities include patient charting and product ordering.
No prior experience as a mastectomy fitter is necessary; the Foundation will train you! In addition, HERS will cover your coursework and test fees to obtain your mastectomy fitter certification ("CFm"). For a full description of this role, skills, and qualifications, visit https://hersbreastcancerfoundation.org/about-hbcf/employment/ or email info@hersbcf.org.
One you obtain your mastectomy fitter certification, your hourly wage is increased to $25/hour.
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide empathetic, respectful, and effective support to patients during their care.
- Experience in a medical/clinic setting with a focus on understanding and supporting breast cancer survivors.
- Customer service expertise to deliver high-quality patient experiences in a sensitive and professional manner.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused healthcare environment.
- Flexibility, organizational skills, and attention to detail regarding patient products and accurate charting.
- Commitment to the mission of supporting individuals healing from breast cancer.
Salary : $25