Plastic Surgery Office Esthetician
Support surgical patients with specialized pre and post-operative skincare.
What Does a Plastic Surgery Office Esthetician Do?
Discover what this career path involves
Plastic Surgery Office Estheticians provide skincare services in surgical practices, preparing patients for procedures and supporting recovery. They perform pre-operative skin conditioning, post-surgical healing treatments, and ongoing maintenance between procedures. This specialized role requires understanding of surgical healing, gentle techniques, and compassionate patient care.
Salary & Job Outlook
Financial rewards and career growth potential
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics - Skincare Specialists in Surgical Practices
Plastic surgery practices increasingly employ estheticians to enhance patient experience and results. Those with surgical care training are highly valued.
Work Environment
Where you could build your career
Plastic surgery practices
Cosmetic surgery centers
Facial plastic surgery offices
Reconstruction clinics
Medical spa affiliates
Aesthetic surgery centers
Expect clinical surgical environments with patient-focused care.
A Day in the Life
A typical week as a Plastic Surgery Office Esthetician
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Plastic surgery esthetics focuses on healing and recovery. Your gentle care helps patients through their transformation journey. Watching confidence rebuild is incredibly rewarding.
Key Skills
Skills you'll develop and use in this career
Pre-operative skin preparation
Post-surgical treatments
Lymphatic drainage
Scar treatment protocols
Medical documentation
Surgeon collaboration
Requirements & Licensing
Your path to becoming licensed
["Esthetician license", "Medical esthetics training", "Pre/post surgical care certification", "Understanding of surgical healing", "Gentle technique skills", "Compassionate patient care"]
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