Navigating Employee Hiring for Your Medspa

Aesthetic Visionaries

Hiring your first team member, or expanding your aesthetic practice, comes with more than just finding someone who fits your culture. There are legal, structural, and financial considerations that can impact your business long-term.

In this episode of Aesthetic Visionaries, employment law expert Iggy Garcia shares what every medspa owner needs to know when it comes to bringing on help. From creating clear job descriptions to choosing between W2 employees and 1099 contractors, Iggy walks through the legal steps that protect both your team and your business.

He also breaks down insurance essentials, confidentiality agreements, and the role of employee handbooks, offering a complete look at how to grow your team with confidence and compliance.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to start smart

• Why job descriptions matter and how they guide hiring and onboarding.

W2 vs 1099

• What’s legally required for each, and how to avoid misclassification mistakes.

Protecting your practice

• From confidentiality agreements to insurance coverage, learn how to set up your business for long-term success.

Episode chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:43) Writing job descriptions that work

(06:21) 1099 contractors vs W2 employees

(09:24) Risks of informal or under-the-table help

(12:26) Insurance considerations as you hire

(14:23) Safeguarding client lists and materials

(16:45) Understanding the current stance on non-competes

(19:04) Why you should have an employee handbook, even with a small team

Whether you’re hiring your first injector or building a larger staff, this conversation will help you navigate the hiring process with clarity, confidence, and legal peace of mind.