Licensed Medical Esthetician

About Us

Optimal Wellness & Beauty is a luxury, family-owned anti-aging med spa situated in a highly desirable, prime corner location in Chicago’s renowned Fulton Market District. Although we are new to the neighborhood—having opened just three months ago—our business is experiencing rapid, exciting growth. We specialize in personalized, results-driven aesthetic and wellness treatments designed to help clients look and feel their best in a modern, welcoming, and innovative environment.

We are seeking a part-time Licensed Medical Aesthetician to join our thriving team. This role combines hands-on treatment expertise with administrative support, ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in patient care, spa operations, and active clientele building.

Why Join Our Team

• Exclusive Shift Booking: You will be the sole aesthetician on duty during your scheduled shifts (working alongside our nurse injector and management team). This means zero internal competition—you will receive all client bookings for aesthetician services during your hours, giving you the perfect opportunity to rapidly build your book of business!
• Prime Location & Rapid Growth: Work in an elegant, modern med spa setting on a bustling corner in Fulton Market. Capitalize on our fast-growing client base!
• ​Top-Tier Technology: Work with cutting-edge devices (Morpheus8, Lumecca, Diolaze, Hydrafacial).
• ​Mutual Marketing: We will actively feature and promote you on our spa’s social media platforms to help build your book, while supporting your own self-promotion efforts.
• ​Exceptional Earning Potential: Competitive base pay plus commission, tips, and performance bonuses (including lucrative cross-promotion incentives).
• ​Perks & Culture: Employee discounts on treatments and retail products (Alastin, etc.), flexible scheduling (1–2 days/week with growth potential), and a supportive, team-oriented culture.

What You’ll Do

Clinical / Aesthetic Responsibilities

• Perform advanced aesthetic treatments including:
• RF Microneedling (Morpheus8)
• Laser Hair Removal (Diolaze)
• IPL Photofacials (Lumecca)
• Hydrafacial treatments
• Chenical Peel (Glytone)
• Conduct professional skin consultations and design personalized treatment plans
• Educate clients on pre- and post-treatment care, skincare routines, and ongoing maintenance
• Promote retail skincare (Alastin) and recommend complementary services
• Maintain a clean, professional, and relaxing treatment environment
• Collaborate on social media content (optional but encouraged) to showcase results and brand presence

Administrative / Support Responsibilities

• Manage client communication: confirm appointments, follow-up on post-care, and call clients due for their next treatment
• Assist in inventory tracking and supply management
• Support scheduling and booking coordination in Vagaro (or similar platform)
• Help with light front-desk duties during downtime (greeting clients, answering inquiries, organizing workspace)
• Maintain accurate treatment records and documentation

Qualifications

• Licensure: Illinois Licensed Esthetician (Required).
• ​Social Media Savvy (A Huge Must): You must have a strong social media presence and be highly comfortable creating content, showcasing your results, and actively self-promoting to build your clientele.
• Location Preference: Preferably resides in or very close to the West Loop / Fulton Market area.
• ​Experience: Prior experience with RF microneedling, IPL, laser hair removal, or Hydrafacials (Preferred).
• ​Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of skin health, anti-aging treatments, and product knowledge. Excellent communication and client service skills. Comfort with retail sales and treatment promotion.
• ​Tech Literacy: Familiarity with booking software (Vagaro, Boulevard, or similar) preferred.

Bonus Skills (Not Required)

• Dermaplaning
• Body contouring (Emsculpt Neo, Emsella)
• IV therapy, red light therapy
• Weight management and wellness support (GLP-1s, peptides, etc.)

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $20–$25/hour
• Supplemental Pay: Commission, tips, and performance bonuses
• Schedule: Choose your own hours | Day, evening, or weekend shifts available
• Expected Days: 1-3 days per week (part-time flexible)
• Location: On-site | West Loop, Chicago

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discounts on products & services
• Referral program
• Growth and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Please send your resume along with your professional social media handles/portfolio (so we can see your amazing work!) to: [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to Optimal Wellness & Beauty.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location : In person

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a current, active Esthetician License in the state of Illinois?
• Our spa relies heavily on visual results. Are you fully comfortable taking before-and-after photos of your treatments and actively posting them on social media to help build your clientele?
• This role is currently part-time (1–2 days / 7–16 hours per week), with the opportunity to grow. Does this volume of hours align with what you are looking for?

Work Location: In person