Losing Just One Optician Could Cost You Over $75K—Here’s How to Stop the Bleed
by Jenny Jacoby on May 8, 2025
Turnover isn’t just frustrating, it’s expensive. When a trained optician leaves, the effects ripple across your multi-location optometry practice: backed-up exams, missed optical sales, and stressed-out staff.
But the true cost of turnover runs much deeper than temporary disruptions. Industry data shows that replacing one clinical team member could cost your practice tens of thousands, not just in recruiting, but in lost productivity, remakes, and brand consistency.
And here’s the kicker: nearly half of all turnover is preventable. The problem? Most practices don’t intervene until it’s too late.
Our latest whitepaper, “The Hidden Costs of Optical Staff Turnover (and How to Prevent It),” uncovers:
– Why even one departure can cost $75,000 or more for growing practices
– How turnover quietly impacts patient trust and brand experience
– The early warning signs of disengagement that most managers miss
– What high-performing practices are doing to retain top optical talent
You’ll also get practical strategies for improving retention, from better onboarding and manager training to career mapping and culture-building.
Losing staff shouldn’t be your biggest line item.
With the right development systems, your best people won’t just stay, they’ll thrive.
Download the whitepaper now and start protecting your practice from the preventable costs of turnover.
