Do you know a company that overcharged the Federal Government? If so, you should know about Federal whistleblower laws, such as the False Claims Act (FCA) Please go to The National Whistleblower Center (NWC) site to learn more about this important... — read more
Company Is A Joke
This company is a joke and very toxic, management and others don't know what is going on. Nor do they know how to run a company. I was in training last week for stupid stuff, perfect work flow. The trainer was the worst, damn valley girl. She kept... — read more
Optum’s Severance Guidelines
Please post if you know Optum’s severance guidelines. Is it one week of pay for every year of employment?
Maybe he is right!
It’s so sad and shameful that VP levels are wasting so much time on meetings. New management maybe right, these are the paper pushers adding no values. They probably need to go yesterday
Story on layoffs
Hi there, My name's Yowei Shaw and I'm a journalist working on a story for the podcast This American Life (www.thisamericanlife.org) about layoffs, after getting laid off myself from NPR... — read more
Bonus
This is for anyone that gets a quarterly bonus. How long do usually wait for the payout? They keep pushing our payout dates out to the point where we now won’t get paid for it until the end of the following quarter. Ridiculous.
Optum Layoffs
According to JR, hundreds of people being notified 8/3 they are being let go.
Explain this to me
Why are people with zero experience being promoted all the time? There are more than enough qualified folks but somehow the best candidates are the ones who have no experience for the position whatsoever. Please, as I said, explain it to me like I'm... — read more
Optumism 2024: Transformation Initiative
"Imagine waking up every day excited about the work you do and the positive impact you can make in the world. In a place that allows you to thrive, learn new skills, and experience the satisfaction that comes from being part of a positive and... — read more
Is optum under a cyberattack? My inbox flooded with 600 emails suddenly.
Is optum under a cyberattack? My inbox flooded with 600 emails suddenly.
Reminder to ALWAYS put yourself FIRST
He certainly is laughing his way to the bank .. https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2023/04/24/unitedhealth-ceo-pay-up-2022.html
Isn't leaving a better option?
This company has become a joke, but I don't really understand those who say they hope to end up on the layoff list. Why such thinking? Isn't it always easier to find a job while you still have a job, than to face the huge stress of looking for... — read more
On Demand Internal Hiring Process
I was selected for an “On Demand” interview and in the email it says it’s 100% recorded with questions and answers. Like where are physical “human” beings to do actual “human” resources and tastings…. 100x my a-s. This is another further disconnect... — read more
Upcoming Layoffs
Another 10% will be trimmed in August.
Employee Experience Survey
The boss had the nerve to complain to our team about the low employee experience scores we gave them. He even said he disagreed with some of our responses. Why bother looking at the results if you are not going make some attempt to be humble or... — read more
Arbitration
Has anyone used arbitration to challenge their severance package offer?
A Warning to Prospective Software Engineers
Optum forces you to sign documents granting them ownership of any ideas that you develop outside of work. Doesn't matter if it's healthcare related or not. If you participate in open source projects, have an idea that you aim to develop, already... — read more
How many pay grades can you jump?
I believe the policy says you can jump from one pay grade and up by two. Has anyone done this successfully or am I wasting my time
Coming near you
TCS hit by ‘bribe for jobs’ scandal; four executives sacked: Report Speak up if anyone did this here. This is so wrong and unfair
Desperation?
Maybe someone here can explain why this company is incapable of hiring/promoting QUALIFIED candidates for Supervisors? If your eyes are open, you’re breathing and are able to complain, YOU get to be a supervisor. Or maybe at least respond to your... — read more
It's been nice.
I will say it's been nice not seeing or hearing of any layoffs. Sometimes I think people come in here just to stir the pot & get people worked up.
Recorded Without Consent
I was recorded in a meeting, I wasn't informed of it nor was I asked permission to do so. In the state I live plus Federal it is a violation of one's rights to record without them being aware. I have obtained an attorney and will being filing a... — read more
Lawsuits
How many lawsuits ( or arbitration cases) do you think there will be?
Team building - totally sucks
What is up with all of this forced team building lately? Somewhere leadership has gotten the idea that this will cure all of their problems. Knowing what someone are for lunch two weeks ago on a Tuesday isn't going to make me work harder. It's going... — read more
Delay in hiring College Grads Offshore....
Came across this post on reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/developersIndia/comments/1452pxg/optum_delays_freshers_onboarding_to_2024/ More $$ saving to boost up the top stock options and bonuses...No wonder US college grads are struggling finding... — read more
Rrrruunnn
Just here to give everyone a little bit of faith. There is a light at the end of the tunnel! I got a new job and will be leaving this horrid place. Shout out to management for the anxiety and depression that I’ve gained from my year and a half (ish)... — read more
Change in Management
They all need to go!! If there was a pandemic based delay on expensive but necessary procedures. Won’t you keep a provision? Mgmt 101….unless you’re a Madoff school ponzi scheme or China Witty. Even chatGPT will tell you the same.
Did You Know?
I was told today by management said, that they have my best interest in mind and managers aren't toxic. Lol!! What company are they working for? I told them I am playing the BS Card on that one. Lol!!! When I called them out and said if I give... — read more
The UNH stock crashed today after hours on no news
Whats going on? Is there a big shakeup coming?
Middle management
Middle management at Optum can't be trusted. The only thing they know how to do is use employees and make sure to overwork us so that we make them look good. We are tired and many of us are getting burnt out but they don't care. I'm starting to hate... — read more
Witty will make a move soon!
Dirk will soon retire and a major shakeup is coming. No news on Candyman’s fate, like we care.
How do you deal with micromanagement?
I can't take it anymore and I've decided to leave this place.
Human Capital Needs to Respect Employees
I was eating at YUM yesterday and two Human Capital Employees were discussing Tech Layoffs coming in June. I was sitting right next to them and they had NO idea I was listening to confidential information. I also noticed their names and name tags... — read more
Role of HR in Toxic environment - Advocate, Foe or Watching on the sidelines?
I filed an HR case regarding my manager, ensuring that my complaint was properly documented. This demonstrated my proactive approach in addressing work-related concerns internally, as advised by my lawyer. Having this documentation would be... — read more
Mr. Narcissist!
Again picture of attending meetings. Someone get him some help! We are in a serious business, where no one sells candies and tiktoks every second.
UMR behavior staff moves to Optum BH
Why would UMR behavior health staff be moved to Optum BH, with no prior notification or hints of this move? Is it a set up for RIFs?
Companies want to use AI tracking to make you better at your job
Coming soon. AI is making its way into workplace tools and apps, and software makers claim technology can help improve skills, well-being and social connections at work. Employers are facing new challenges with more distributed workforces, a growing... — read more
Trolls even tried to intimidate the acquired entity...How far can you go being a bully?
Check out the CHC layoff... https://www.thelayoff.com/change-healthcare. In the same breath - "Anything that you develop outside of work, Optum has rights to." then following with "Optum offers great future". Can you imagine what kind of parental... — read more
Another “victim” - lull before the storm
https://www.beckerspayer.com/m-and-a/optum-pitches-merger-with-home-health-provider-amedisys.html?origin=BHRE&utm_source=BHRE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=6188A0242256G0A Expect more RIFs if this deal goes through ..