Licensed Esthetician -- Medical Aesthetics and Skin Health

Licensed Esthetician — Medical Aesthetics and Skin Health

Thrive Wellness + Aesthetics | Chicago, IL 60642
Part-Time with Opportunity to Grow | W-2 Position
$24–$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

About Thrive

Thrive Wellness + Aesthetics is a physician-led integrative medical and aesthetics practice in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood.

We provide personalized care focused on skin health, clinical safety, client education, and long-term results. Our environment is polished and elevated without feeling rushed, transactional, or overly sales-driven.

We are seeking a licensed esthetician who takes pride in delivering consistently excellent care, building lasting client relationships, and working within clear professional and medical protocols.

Who Will Thrive in This Role

The right candidate is:

• Warm, composed, and emotionally intelligent
• Reliable, punctual, and prepared
• Coachable and receptive to feedback
• Detail-oriented and committed to safety
• Comfortable following structured protocols and medical oversight
• Confident educating clients without using high-pressure sales tactics
• Interested in growing with one practice over time

Laser or energy-based device experience is not required. Candidates interested in expanding their skills may have opportunities for additional training when legally permissible, clinically appropriate, and authorized under Thrive’s protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform customized facials, chemical peels, advanced skincare treatments, and body skincare services within the esthetician’s lawful scope
• Conduct thoughtful consultations and develop appropriate treatment recommendations
• Educate clients about skin health, home-care routines, treatment plans, and realistic expectations
• Recommend professional skincare products and services based on client needs—not pressure
• Create a calm, welcoming, and professional client experience
• Complete accurate and timely charting in the electronic medical record
• Screen for contraindications and follow consent, photography, and documentation requirements
• Prepare, sanitize, restock, and maintain treatment rooms
• Monitor product and treatment-supply inventory
• Support appropriate rebooking, follow-up, and client-retention efforts
• Collaborate with the physician, operations team, and front desk
• Follow all infection-control procedures, safety standards, practice policies, and scope-of-practice requirements
• Participate in team training, meetings, events, and occasional practice-development activities

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois esthetician license in good standing
• Strong understanding of sanitation, infection prevention, and client safety
• Professional and emotionally intelligent communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Comfort using electronic records, checklists, and structured workflows
• Ability to receive feedback and implement it consistently
• Commitment to practicing within legal scope and established protocols
• Availability for some evening and Saturday hours based on client demand

Employment is contingent upon verification of active Illinois licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of hands-on esthetics experience
• Experience in a physician-led, medical aesthetics, dermatology, or high-standard skincare practice
• Experience performing chemical peels and advanced facial treatments
• Experience treating diverse skin types, tones, and concerns
• Knowledge of professional skincare products and home-care planning
• Strong client-rebooking and retention history
• Experience using an EMR or practice-management platform
• Interest in learning body-contouring or other advanced technologies
• Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Mandarin, or another language is a plus

Compensation and Growth

• $24–$28 per hour based on relevant experience, demonstrated skill, and qualifications
• Paid onboarding and required job-specific training
• Performance incentives based on clearly defined metrics, which may include client retention, rebooking, documentation accuracy, professional reliability, and appropriate home-care recommendations
• Structured onboarding and competency assessments
• Continuing education and professional-development support
• Potential training in advanced technologies as the role develops
• Opportunity for increased hours and responsibilities based on performance and business demand

Benefits

Benefits vary based on employment status and eligibility:

• Employee service and retail benefits
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional-development assistance
• Ongoing education and physician-led mentorship

Schedule and Work Environment

• In-person position
• Part-time with the potential to grow
• Some evening and Saturday availability required
• Physician-led and protocol-driven
• Professional, collaborative, and client-centered
• Clear expectations, defined responsibilities, and regular feedback
• High standards for safety, service, and documentation

How to Apply

Please submit your current résumé and complete the screening questions thoughtfully.

We are making a careful hire based on clinical judgment, professionalism, reliability, client-care skills, and long-term fit.

Thrive Wellness + Aesthetics is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and the ability to perform the essential responsibilities of the position.

Thrive Wellness + Aesthetics is a physician-led integrative medical and aesthetics practice in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood. We provide personalized care focused on skin health, clinical safety, client education, and long-term results. Our environment is polished, collaborative, and professional, with clear protocols, supportive leadership, and opportunities for continued learning and growth.