Another 10% will be trimmed in August.

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 

Has anyone used arbitration to challenge their severance package offer?

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 

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

TCS hit by ‘bribe for jobs’ scandal; four executives sacked: Report Speak up if anyone did this here. This is so wrong and unfair

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 

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.

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 

How many lawsuits ( or arbitration cases) do you think there will be?

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 

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 

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 

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.

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 

Whats going on? Is there a big shakeup coming?

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 

Dirk will soon retire and a major shakeup is coming. No news on Candyman’s fate, like we care.

I can't take it anymore and I've decided to leave this place.

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 

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 

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.

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?

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 

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 

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 ..

Most of the new contractors are sub contractors. They are body shopped from other small staffing companies.

HR/Mgmt or AI? Whichever, people have a right to vent, this company has the worst healthcare benefits of any major corporation I have worked at and I have worked at several, that’s ironic! This company gives the worst merit increases of any... — read more 

I thought this was supposed to be a form of really good information but it has become a form of complaining and negative attitude and just condemning. I’ve been here over 30 years I get all the feels and what people are saying, but let’s make this an... — read more 

Just when I think that it couldn't get any more stressful here, this place surprises me. Have you ever worked in an unhealthier atmosphere than here? Unfortunately, people decide to quit only when the enormous stress clearly starts to affect their... — read more 

Hello. I can't remember back that far, 8+ years, does/did Optum require us to sign an arbitration agreement?

I never thought I'd be one of those people who hate their jobs with a fiery passion, but here I am. Optum managed to break me. I loved my job, but after suffering so much abuse and mistreatment here, I'm now dreading every new workday. Things... — read more 

Many of the lengthy posts here appear to pass the ChatGPT smell tesT. Beware!

Curious if anyone has another FT job.

Just can not take the spots out of the leopard... A good laugh for a Sunday morning... Read on.. https://www.fiercepharma.com/sales-and-marketing/glaxosmithkline-ceo-says-hq-british-execs-knew-nothing-of-china-fraud Top "chief" wanted to transform... — read more 

What factors contribute to your decision to stay with the company instead of seeking other opportunities? Stability: Despite the frequent layoffs, the company offers a level of stability that is hard to find elsewhere. This stability provides a... — read more 

On a lighter note (sadly) those in charge believing in AI will take over after RIFs - read on https://apple.news/Augx9qsyvQ8yHBTzoc1wuVg Years of institution knowledge lost with RIFs and yet the promotion of AI is liken putting the cart in front of... — read more 

Is it possible that so many people want to be laid off or am I imagining things? I don't understand why anyone would want to lose their job at this moment?

Well, I didn't hear of any layoffs, and I am still here....