Profit over people: A Culture of Burn Out - Lead Clinician LaserAway Employee Review

2.0
Feb 2, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Pros monthly staff treatment, staff discounts, guaranteed hours. I love the people I work with. Aesthetic nursing can be a fulfilling career.

Cons

While the company’s financial metrics continue to climb, the internal culture has shifted from 'exciting' to 'exhausting.' The recent removal of the nurse upsell bonus, despite record growth, signals a disconnect between leadership and clinical staff. High turnover has led to chronic understaffing; when call-outs occur, there is no coverage, resulting in triple-booked schedules and poor patient experiences. Furthermore, attendance policies—such as 6-week PTO notice requirements vs. 15-day schedule releases—make work-life balance impossible. This is no longer a sustainable environment for clinicians who value patient care over sales quotas. It’s incredibly frustrating to see bonuses disappear while workloads—and profit—double.

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LaserAway Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. We recognize that experiences can vary by role, tenure, and location, and we appreciate hearing a range of viewpoints. At LaserAway, we operate within structured clinical, operational, and compensation models designed to balance patient care, team development, and business sustainability across a growing national footprint. As the organization evolves, incentive structures, scheduling practices, and operational processes may be refined to align with broader company objectives. Maintaining consistency, communication, and support across clinics remains an ongoing focus. We value feedback as one of many inputs as we continue to evaluate how we support our clinical teams while delivering high standards of patient care. If you would like to share additional feedback or discuss your experience further, we encourage you to reach out directly to our HR team at hrteam@laseraway.com so your perspective can be reviewed through the appropriate channels. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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