Cosmetologist/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare is seeking a Cosmetologist to support patients with hair, skin, and nail care within an inpatient setting in Lexington, KY. The role emphasizes patient comfort, hygiene, and safety while maintaining medical privacy and following HIPAA guidelines.

The position requires an AA, a current KY Cosmetology License, and at least one year of experience. It offers a Monday–Friday schedule and a strong focus on compassionate care for individuals in recovery settings.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or GED is required.
• At least one year of experience is required.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and protecting PHI.
• Computer competency in approved systems.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• The Cosmetologist works with patients’ hair, skin, and nails.
• Keeps the work area and equipment clean.
• Answers the telephone or makes appointments.
• Maintains records as required.
• Provides mental health assistant responsibilities including observation and documentation of client well‑being.
• Assists with handling addictions/drug abuse, suicide risk, and stress management in an inpatient setting.
• Under supervision, facilitates Personal Recovery Plan (PRP) implementation.
• Leads recovery groups and escorts patients on unit.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

HIPAA familiarity

PHI protection

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree (AA)

Job description

Posting Details

• Job Title Cosmetologist/UKHC
• Requisition Number RE55691
• Working Title Cosmetologist/UKHC
• Department Name H1110: ESH ACTIVITY THERAPY/DUAL DIAGNOSIS
• Work Location Lexington, KY
• Grade Level 09
• Salary Range $21.00-34.29/hour
• Type of Position Staff
• Position Time Status Full-Time
• Required Education AA
• Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
• Required Related Experience 2 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification Current KY Cosmetology License
• Physical Requirements Requires heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
• Shift Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Job Summary

The ESH Cosmetologist works with patients’ hair, skin, and nails. Keeps the work area and equipment clean. Other duties as assigned, such as answering the telephone or making appointments. Maintains records as required. Also providing mental health assistant responsibilities including observation and documentation of the client’s well-being and the delivery of appropriate services to promote optimal mental health. These duties include helping individuals deal with addictions/drug abuse, suicide risk, and stress management in an inpatient setting. Under the supervision of licensed staff, facilitates implementation of the Personal Recovery Plan ( PRP ) within the scope of duties of a non-licensed professional. These duties also include assisting with leading recovery mall and on-unit groups and activities and escorting patients.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Completion of high school or GED is required. At least one year of experience is required. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information ( PHI ) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills.

Preferred Education/Experience

Technical training and two years experience.

Deadline to Apply

09/27/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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