lduv143
10-15-2005, 06:41 PM
Hi everyone, I am new to this forum and I am seeking some advice. I work in the service industry (cosmetic). I work at one "clinic" for a company that has several locations nationwide. We do cosmetic procedures and I suppose we are classified as a medical spa.
Until one month ago, the clinic I work at had a manager and two full time technicians. I was considered a full time hourly technician. I worked 40 hours per week doing cosmetic procedures about 95% of my work day. The rest of my day was spent writing charts for each client, selling new procedures and products to the existing clients, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments. I was paid twice per month based on my hours and a once per month sales bonus based on the sales of the entire clinic.
About one month ago, I was "promoted" to assistant manager. I was switched from an hourly employee to a salary employee and given a small raise. My responsibilities are the same as listed above except for 2 changes; the other full time employee now reports to me, and I am now expected to work 45-55 hours a week. I am still receiving the monthly bonus check, but I am not being paid overtime for these additional hours that I work. The small raise that I did receive does not even come close to equal what I would have been paid working these overtime hours with my previous hourly rate.
It seems like my employer is taking advantage of me. I would like some input about if my employer is violating any labor laws and if I should be entitled to overtime pay. Also, what should I do about this and how do I discuss this with my employer?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks :)
Until one month ago, the clinic I work at had a manager and two full time technicians. I was considered a full time hourly technician. I worked 40 hours per week doing cosmetic procedures about 95% of my work day. The rest of my day was spent writing charts for each client, selling new procedures and products to the existing clients, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments. I was paid twice per month based on my hours and a once per month sales bonus based on the sales of the entire clinic.
About one month ago, I was "promoted" to assistant manager. I was switched from an hourly employee to a salary employee and given a small raise. My responsibilities are the same as listed above except for 2 changes; the other full time employee now reports to me, and I am now expected to work 45-55 hours a week. I am still receiving the monthly bonus check, but I am not being paid overtime for these additional hours that I work. The small raise that I did receive does not even come close to equal what I would have been paid working these overtime hours with my previous hourly rate.
It seems like my employer is taking advantage of me. I would like some input about if my employer is violating any labor laws and if I should be entitled to overtime pay. Also, what should I do about this and how do I discuss this with my employer?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks :)
