Nail Technician / Cosmetologist

FOOT AND ANKLE CENTERS; Bristol Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Employee discount

Paid training

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Foot & Ankle Centers is hiring a Nail Technician or Cosmetologist to perform medical pedicures and natural nail care in a clinical spa setting alongside podiatry providers. You will focus on diabetic and medically compromised nails using healthy products, avoiding gel or acrylic options, and ensuring patient comfort.

The role supports the podiatry team with patient care and education, with emphasis on quality service, sanitation, and product recommendations.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Nail Technician or Cosmetology License required.
• Professional groomed appearance and customer service skills.
• Personal vehicle required.
• Paid Advanced Medical Nail Technician (MNT) training provided; 40 clinical hours required within 120 days after probation.
• Annual MNT review courses and required product training.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical pedicures and natural nail manicures.
• Educate clients on proper foot and nail care.
• Recommend appropriate products.
• Communicate client questions and feedback to management.

Skills

Customer service

Professional grooming

Communication

Education

Illinois Nail Technician or Cosmetology License

Advanced Medical Nail Technician (MNT) training

Tools

Autoclave operation

Job description

Nail Technician / Cosmetologist

Job Title: Nail Technician / Cosmetologist

Employment Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Work Locations: Yorkville & Morris, Illinois

1. Pay Range and Benefits

• Compensation: $18–$23/hour (depending on experience), tips, product commission.
• Sign-on Bonus: $1,000 (per current program).
• PTO.
• paid holidays.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• employee discount.
• paid training.
• professional development assistance up to $100 every two years.

2. Position Summary

We are seeking a highly professional Nail Technician or Cosmetologist who is eager to advance into medical nail care while supporting our podiatry team in delivering exceptional patient care. Provide high-quality medical pedicures and natural nail care in a clinical spa environment alongside podiatry providers and physical therapists. We use only healthy products—no gel, acrylic, or dipping powders. Services focus on healthy, diabetic nails as well as thick, brittle, fungal, and medically compromised nails while providing exceptional client care.

3. Essential Job Duties

Patient Care / Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform medical pedicures and natural nail manicures.
• Educate clients on proper foot and nail care.
• Recommend appropriate products.
• Communicate client questions, concerns, feedback, and service recommendations to management to support continuous quality improvement.

Operational Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect instruments.
• Operate and maintain the autoclave.
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA and infection-control standards.
• Spa cleaning, laundry, inventory, employee restroom upkeep.
• Inventory Management.
• Timely Documentation of all Operational Responsibilities

Administrative Responsibilities

• Documentation, scheduling assistance, payment collection when assigned.
• Reconcile daily payments, accurately report tips, cash, credit card transactions, and receipts.
• Participate in meetings and training.

General

• Follow all Practice policies and perform related duties as assigned.

4. Physical / Functional Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods, bend, kneel, lift up to approximately 30 lbs., perform repetitive hand movements, and travel between offices using a personal vehicle.
• Provide assistance to clients with mobility limitations while maintaining a safe environment.

5. Minimum Qualifications

• Active Illinois Nail Technician or Cosmetology License.
• Professional groomed appearance and customer service skills.
• Personal vehicle required.
• Paid Advanced Medical Nail Technician (MNT) training provided. Certification (online coursework and 40 clinical hours) must be completed within 120 days following the successful completion of the 30-day introductory probationary period. A 12-month employment commitment is required after certification. Early voluntary resignation or termination for misconduct requires repayment of training costs.
• Annual MNT review courses and required product training.

6. Schedule

32–40 hours per week (seasonal according to business needs). Split between Yorkville and Morris locations. One evening per week and one Saturday per month required.

7. Equal Opportunity / Non-Discrimination & Pay Transparency

Foot & Ankle Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.