We used to receive a 15 % discount on UHC stock but now its only a 10% discount. :/
Next wave in a couple of weeks?
Buckle up, next wave coming in a couple weeks. This was reposted from @12Vs7ARj-fuz . Anyone else hear of this next wave? What locations could be hit , if this is true?
Helpful hint to see if you’re next...
All upcoming employment changes By HR are on your ‘secure’ account history. Exact details will not show beforehand but there will be some kind of recent HR request.
NAT MEDTRANS!!!!!!
Does anybody have any real information. It seems it’s all rumors! Please let us know if you know something. Thanks
The bigger they are, the harder they fall...market collapse expected this year
It will be interesting to see what happens later this year with the market collapse. All they can talk about is their stock price They've shot themselves in the feet, but I suppose the decision makers with golden parachutes could care less. Get... — read more
The trump tax rebate
Anyone remember the tax rebate that trump gave to big companies? Well uhc got an extra billion at least... and what did they do with it? Well, according to the upper management they " are using it to make healthcare more affordable "... I guess... — read more
Training Department
Does anyone know anything if the layoffs will impact the training department’s.
Email about people using mouse mover devices
Received an email from management today that the company has found out that people are using software/hardware to show that their mouse is continuously moving and showing low locked/idle times. Anyone else receive an email like this?
Nothing in the Queues!
So what's up with nothing in the queues for us to work but other queues seem to be exploding? Just putting it out there.
UnitedHealth Group call centers are the next target for RIFs
It' a new year but the same old UnitedHealth Group. The big push for 2020 will be moving call centers offshore. Expect big RIFs in the call centers this year (2020).
Expect consolidations, outsourcing and significant leadership changes
I've heard that the layoffs are not based on a specific number of FTEs, but a % reduction in comp & fringe. Leaders tend to protect their employees, so many offered up open positions, budgeted hires and other items. While that protected a few, the... — read more
Culture
First thing you're trained on is what they define as "corporate culture." Integrity (keeping your commitments) compassion (empathy for others having a difficult time) Relationships (the value of). Then policies (anti harrassment , anti... — read more
Has anyone taken their issues to HR? I did.
Lack of communication, no 1x1s, supervisor missing, etc etc. I was told by HR to apply internally for another position if I’m not happy. What. A. Joke. That tells me right there that HR knows what’s going on and doesn’t care either.
Start a Union
This was a great article. Is anyone doing this internally? Is It Time To Start a Union At Your Workplace? Find some coworkers you trust (and be careful who you trust) and speak to them about whether they would be interested in finding out more... — read more
Dont take the vital signs survey!
Or whatever they are calling it this week. It's a known fact that for your manager, or supervisor their reviews are affected by participation of their employees on vital signs. So if no one in the group takes it, or better gives nothing but "so-so"... — read more
Which departments are getting laid off?
IT? CM’s? Nurses? BH?
NEXT UHC WAVE OF LAY OFFS 1/8/20
Managers meeting confirmed next date for UHC is 1/8/20!
A Thug King!
He makes 70k/hour. More than average employee makes per annum. He is coming from a background of Enron scammers auditor firm. What else you would have expected? Sad part is no one cares.
Say goodbye to your job as they move all sorts of IT and other jobs to the Philipines
Ah, yes, after working 10 years at this company in IT, just say goodbye to your job. Outsourcing thousands of peoples jobs (americans) to the Philipines and other countries. And then, immediately after they kick your a– out the door after you have... — read more
25 states raising the minimum wage to $15 come Jan. 1, 2020
Since 2009, the federal minimum wage has been $7.25 - but more than 20 states are raising that amount to as much as $15 come Jan. 1, 2020. Even some cities, such as Los Angeles, are taking it a step further and raising the minimum wage higher than... — read more
layoffs
If you receive an email regarding reorganization, beware, that is the beginning of the layoffs... Last day Jan 2, and they had the nerve to email a Happy Holidays email , regarding how well the company did in 2019.. Heartless
More lay-off today at Optum
Waves and waves of layoffs....this organization is ruthless. How awful would it be to be laid off on December 23rd- right before Christmas! I hope they reap what they sow in the future. You can’t continue to destroy lives and think there isn’t a... — read more
Firing employee2s in behavioral health
I read here that they fire anyone in behavioral health depts who have any issues with mental health. Aren't they just further marginalizing the very people they are getting rich off helping? 20% of people have experienced anxiety or depression etc... — read more
Year End Layoffs
Any thoughts that Year end layoffs are designed to dupe employees of bonus. Any class action lawsuit ? Is it even true that management is looking for their benefits only? No one watching or cares!
United healthcare I'd obsessed with millennials
In claims processing they are able to enter twice the claims of older generation employees having grown up with technology. So far everyone "laid off" from the new dept in duluth has been over 50!! I was laid off after Mary Kraft recruited me 2... — read more
Hired Oct 4-Fired Dec 8
Didnt even get through training of a new dept. Ran into a fellow trainee while out interviewing for jobs who was also fired. This place is ridiculous. Hired the day of the last layoffs. Should have known better. Waited a month unemployed to start... — read more
Do we have to sign away unemployment rights for Severance?
Hey just wondering if you take your severance is part of the paperwork to sign away your right to collect unemployment? Thanks
Watch your paychecks
A co-worker and I noticed our checks were short for Thanksgiving Holiday pay. Supervisor is "checking into it". Just FYI
PART D M&R
M&R part d is having major restructuring. Jobs will be lost some of us are being placed with commubity and state but not talk about increase in pay. Such a short notice just happened today 12/16/2019 More layoffs most likely will be coming i doubt... — read more
“Business as usual”
Don’t believe it! Word is two more waves coming January 8th and March 4!
Severance!!!
They took out 1/3 of my check for taxes!!!! This is ridiculous. They really know how to give you a stiff 1 for the holidays.
Union
Stop over sea positions, better pay, benefits, sign up today, take control,
Anyone have any info on severance?
My last day was 11/20. I was told that i would receive severance; and an email with the details. Have not heard anything at all (12/11). Does anyone know what sort of timeframe to expect to learn more? Do you have to take some action (login... — read more
All health insurance companies are the same
I've worked for a lot of health insurance companies. They're all the same. Productivity beats quality every time. They all talk about quality, but it's always about the bottom line. Always. Offshoring will continue until regulations are in place that... — read more
■ Integrity ■ Compassion ■ Relationships ■ Innovation ■ Performance
Laughable core values! My position was eliminated in October! I found a new opportunity making 20% more with no travel! Received a phone call today from recruiter at UHC about an open position I frantically applied for the day I lost my job! Felt... — read more
Keep Jobs at Home
If UHC and Optum are doing these mass lay-offs and sending jobs off -shore why isn't it in the news? We are one of the largest healthcare companies in the USA. People should contact the Wall Street Journal or AP and write an email to the White... — read more
Hey Batman! ....
Can you review the thread in Optum about Sr Execs forcing people into Amway and lend your thoughts? Thanks!