I’m so scared of getting laid off. I have known people who got laid off and my boss seems stressed. I’d like to think I’m immune or that only slackers got laid off but logically I know that cannot be true. I have so much anxiety that I can’t sleep at... — read more 

If you are laid off do they cash out your PTO to you? How about if they've already paid for an expense report for a future educational event...do you have to pay it back since you won't be an employee anymore? Afraid for March...

They are planning another layoff. It will occur around March 3rd. March 5 they will have a pep talk from the new COO, Erin. Who will blow alot of sunshine up everyone @!@#. And like in the Matrix, everyone will be right as rain as she transitions... — read more 

If you want some chance at controlling your job, make yourself vital but containing critical knowledge only to yourself. Everything is a process that requires steps, so take control of certain steps so that only you can do it! Important documents? ... — read more 

Some people who were laid off still have to come into work for the next two weeks. Why would they put them through that? Talk about not giving a damn about people who helped make this company what it is. I really hope every one of you finds a much... — read more 

Again the main reason for the layoffs was to "make healthcare more affordable for the members " (see: b—s—!) Now I remember very clearly listening to another meeting about a year ago when some other corporate id–t was saying they were taking... — read more 

More than 70 percent of the errors and rework we have are by offshore employees. Providers and members don't want to deal with offshore employees. If I were CEO I would cut my salary and every top executives, no one needs that much... — read more 

Not sure what is wore, being cut right away, or having this illusion that somehow the layoffs are going to bypass me. This is no way for a grown man to live, that's for sure

Stock taking nose dive slowly. . . Not sure what the bottom is, this time? 52 wk low was @200$ so there’s that. After the layoffs, should go back up- IF they don’t claim bankruptcy

Am I the only one who feels even worse now that the layoffs are (supposedly) done and the office seems like a ghost town? I really thought I would feel better once this whole thing was over with...

What if we are able to find work before the time covered by the severance package expires? Is there any way for UHG to find out and can we lose our severance on account of that? Also, what's the situation with unemployment? Are we eligible to... — read more 

Does anyone have reliable intel on the total number of UHG/Optum staff laid off between the October, November, December, and now February layoffs?

I always slept horribly on Sunday nights because of all of the layoffs. At least now that I know, I'm looking forward to a restful sleep tonight.

Comparatively, the median employee pay at UnitedHealth was $57,412 in 2018, 316 times less than Mr. Wichmann's compensation. Still, Mr. Wichmann's total compensation for 2018 was down from the year prior. After cashing in stock options from... — read more 

The Optum board is talking about another round on March 4th. What are you all hearing?

I never knew this site existed until yesterday when a former coworker sent me the link. There are positive words on here, and people who are in the same boat; I appreciate the reassurance that there are better days coming. I do believe it as well... — read more 

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“No more layoffs after October 2019”- “No Layoffs C&S M&R are 1 team” November 2019 “Everyone Take vacation AEP is over“ No layoffs December 2019 “You’ve all done an amazing jobs, let’s add training and better incentives, no layoffs January... — read more 

The leadership in Upstate NY Medicare needs to change. There is no cultural diversity amongst management. They enter Hispanic and Black communities to sell a special needs product but the VP of NY does not have any person of color. The VP also rid a... — read more 

Although I’m still not happy with how things have been dealt with and I’m still frustrated, it is what it is and with these lemons, we can sure make some lemonade. Today I share a prayer with all of my co-workers, whether you are religious or not... — read more 

I suggest that somebody needs to monitor the productivity of the people monitoring my productivity!

If you were the CEO, what would be two top things you'd change here?

Layoffs happen often here and this has started to affect my health, my anxiety level is continuously high. I try to avoid thinking about layoffs, try to avoid discussing, I am trying to be off Facebook where layoffs are discussed (trying to avoid... — read more 

I am really tired of the impending layoffs, especially since I know by my age (oh) that I will be among the ones who will be cut. I am almost fifty and we all know that it is a death knell for continuing to work at the company. I'm really not sure if... — read more 

The one who has the wisdom of a 50 year old, The one who has the experience of a 40 year old, The one who has the drive of a 30 year old, And the one who has the pay scale of a 20 year old.

I was totally blindsided. My boss moved my review from wed to fri. I assumed I wasn’t getting let go. Surprised when I got the email. What’s worse is no bonus after 20 years and always rated a 5 unless promoted. I’m applying for positions but... — read more 

Don’t do it. If you do, the company won’t care. Don’t let it take your life from you too. Talk to someone get it out, vent, yell, scream, cry but don’t keep it in. It hurts it is traumatic but Eventually the Sun Will shine again for you and maybe... — read more 

I was in the October wave and I thought I'd create an advice thread for those people affected by all the layoffs. Feel free to add your positive tips and advice. This a shock and a major event in your life... — read more 

Of our dept.... he read a scripted letter! Its stated that these lay off were to keep the company competitive and to make healthcare more affordable for the members..... what a complete load of b—s—! Good ol UHC.... lying greedy... — read more 

Are we certain it's over?

I have worked for UHC for over 24 years and never have I seen them go so low as the past couple of years. Employees used to matter, Members used to matter and Compassion was always there! Now it's all about the stocks and being the biggest and best... — read more 

I wonder how high up the person posting everyone not to worry is. Telling people not to worry is irresponsible cause they have bills and plans. People are getting laid off and it’s going through 2020! This was noted all of last year and was no... — read more 

What departments and type of positions have been affected by the layoffs and the ones happening in March 2020?

whoever posted it, thank you and please let us know if you know more: @OP+13imZn0V or thelayoff.com/t/13imZn0V Posted: Feb 1, 2020 - I can also confirm that UnitedHealth Group (UHC & Optum) will be laying off employees ( Aka Reduction in Force or... — read more 

I wouldn't worry about getting laid off. just do your job and don't listen to the doom-sayers on this board. if you are worried about it make sure your resume is up to date and look for another job either within the company or outside it. i wouldn't... — read more 

Layoffs did occur today and UnitedHealthcare will have more coming. Community and State in NY eliminated 40 more positions. They eliminated 145 sales positions in September. I was let go today. I did the work of five people and... — read more 

I'm so concerned about about my job, now. We have been acquired in the past year. The benefits s— and now to hear about all of these layoffs makes me sick. The greedy upper levels can s— it.

Anyone out there experience the trend of offshoring work to workers in Ireland? They’ve been getting credit for the work of others by putting little to no effort! A department in my building was asked to train some people in Ireland last year. ... — read more