It's confirmed. Centene is currently silently laying off people. I have no idea how long this has been going on or how long it will last, but it fits their pattern from last year, where in August 2023 they did the same thing. The number of people... — read more
Not hiring from Centene
Can anybody shine some light on these posts about not being considered because they were employed at Centene? Is this real? I find it hard to believe that just because someone worked for centene they are not even considered. What would be the... — read more
Applying to Molina - not being considered because of Centene experience?
I left Centene about 7 months ago and have been applying to Molina for jobs that I know I'm a great fit for but keep getting rejected almost immediately...I can't help but wonder if it's because they won't consider someone who worked for Centene? I... — read more
Where do you look for jobs?
I want to leave Centene. I started looking for another job a couple of weeks ago. From what I can see, most health care and health insurance companies are having cost cuts, layoffs and offshoring sprees. Any ideas where would be good to apply beside... — read more
No One is Safe
Three long term medical directors had to reapply for their positions. Guess what? They were let go. Such a heartless way to terminate people. Also told we cannot hire or extend temp staff.
Centene to end broker commissions for Part D plans
https://seekingalpha.com/news/4144287-centene-ending-broker-commissions-medicare-part-d “We have made the difficult decision-effective Jan 1 2025-to cease new and renewal commissions for Medicare part D plans beginning with the 2025 plan year.” ... — read more
Retaliation
Filed EEOC, E&C and an ER case then was laid off right after. Never had any issues in 10 years until just recently. Sounds like retaliation to me!! Has anyone sued and been successful?
Compliance
I am in a local Compliance plan. We received a "Compliance update" in light of the recent compliance transformation updates and considering insights. They have decided to pause hiring for the open PHCO and EBOS Compliance Officer positions. My team... — read more
Setting Us Up For Failure
There have been many recent changes in UM. The changes are making it more difficult to manage out workload and maintain TAT. Leadership refuses to have meetings regarding changes. Meetings scheduled. But then cancelled. Same thing happens with 1:1... — read more
Did Centene get bought out by Humana
Don’t get me wrong, all the Humana incumbents are impressive but I’m starting to wonder if Centene is going through a buy out?
Anyone had RIF disguised as Skip level?
I know skip levels are supposed to be normal and happen regularly but I've never had one in the 5+ years and three departments I've worked here. Plus the meeting is scheduled on a Thursday so I wanted to check and see if anyone was laid off during... — read more
Take note Centene
I was laid off, and I had to accept a role that's half of my previous salary to make ends meet...a bridge position until I land something better. Although the benefits are amazing! BUT it feels sooooo good to be trained on my role. Being instructed... — read more
Decisions, Decisions
Laid Off and now just received an internal job offer a week later!! Don’t know if I even want to return or just take my severance and move on! The companies culture has changed so much in the past 10 years and I’ve honestly enjoyed this week of... — read more
Is this headcount estimate correct?
31k Employees as of June 2024 that seems really low. That is 50% of Dec 2023 numbers... — read more
Got notice this round
Started looking for another job a while before being laid off, because of no certainty whatsoever these days. But it looks really bad out there. Couple of months on the market, and I still no offers worth considering. Well, now that I’m effectively... — read more
Pot Stirrers??
I've seen several recent posts where layoffs are mentioned and when other people ask what department, state, plan, etc... silence. Does this mean there really aren't any layoffs happening and people are just trying to stirr sh* up? Why won't anyone... — read more
For those laid off, how much notice were you given?
If you were laid off in the last month, how many days notice were you given?
Still a great place to work huh!!!??
Where are the "love my job" people! I bet you were shaking when these lay offs came down. And anyone who STILL is employed....don't be a fool and start looking. Even if it means sacrificing a small cut that won't do too much damage. Centene is NOT... — read more
Give me severance and I'll be happy to leave
I don't understand why Centene simply doesn't offer every single one of us a chance to volunteer for layoffs. I am beyond certain that enough people would accept to negate the need for layoffs for a long time to come. People are tired of this place... — read more
Lay Offs
Is anyone who was laid off considering finding another internal position or are you just over the company as a whole and decided to move on?
D-mb founded
Gosh how do you people tolerate this place. I come to look at this board to see if it is still twisted (perhaps I missed out on something amazing) and it sure as heck is still vile. Trolls - Im sure I’ll get flack for this post so come at me or just... — read more
Laid Off
Well I just got word layoffs were rolled out today. Anyone affected?
Severance pay question
I recently received notice that I will be laid off. Can anyone share their experiences or insights regarding severance packages? Specifically, I am wondering if the standard is 1 week or 2 weeks of severance pay per year of service. Any information... — read more
Farewell and best wishes
The day has come, I'm moving on, A place once bright, now I am gone. With Centene's vision left behind, In hands that are so deft and kind. Sad to see this chapter close, May the company still know the power it holds. With a fresh breath, I... — read more
Remove Centene?
I've seen people advise others to take Centene off of their resume to get another position several times What professional roles do you have that don't conduct employment screenings of any kind? Are you flat out lying about your reference
Any other past layoff being blacklisted?
Hey I have applied to over 40 roles since being laid off only been called by HR once to be told they were looking for someone without Centene experience. I have applied for my old role at least 3 times no calls and roles far below still no calls at... — read more
Any updates on big reorg?
I’ve been hearing stuff, but nothing new. And we know big reorg also means big layoffs.
Dave Thomas leaving
After 25 years Dave Thomas, CEO of Markets & Medicaid is stepping down at the end of the year. Another long time higher up leaving...what the he-l is going on. LOL
Internal Reorgs???
I work in an internal role (not for a health plan) and we’ve been hearing rumblings of a big reorg coming. I also see dozens of internal roles recently posted on LinkedIn. Anyone know what’s going on? Is this an impending layoff?
Growth - need answers
Can anyone with real knowledge of this please explain- when applying for other positions internally, does the current sup or manager have to approve you applying out? I know we have to discuss with the people leader our desires for growth, and I’m... — read more
Interesting Video on Centene
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVIsnOfNfCo&t=2s
Bring on the hate, but I honestly love my job
I know this is the forum for gossip, negativity and trash talking the company…. But I have to say, I’m here because I love my job! My leader has been with the company for a little over a year- and making great improvements! Ruffling feathers- yep! ... — read more
Law suit
Who would be willing to join a law suit against centene for Hostile work environment Constant threats or being written up and fired Lies about being able to have providers come after you - individually - for issues or errors that were made ... — read more
FLSA Changes
Anyone getting the run around regarding job architecture and no longer qualifiying for a bonus?
?
Is it a bad sign if the corporate CFO comes to visit your health plan town hall? No one from corporate has visited us before. Everyone acts like this is an exciting opportunity but these days you never know.
CMS- ends contract
WellCare has failed substantially to carry out the terms of its contract and CMS has made the determination to impose intermediate sanctions and to terminate contract H7175 at the end of 2024.
RIF'd and employed
After almost 7 months I just accepted an entry-level position making literally 1/2 less than I made at Centene and previous roles. I have to pay bills and eat. Would those who were laid off in. 2023 tell me how long it took you to land a new job... — read more
Training
anyone else struggled to get proper training within the company?
Start looking now IT.....
July starts 3rd quarter. Get ahead of the game and start looking now, as the pattern Centene goes by with IT will start being planned next monthly July, and actual layoffs to begin in Aug-October 2024. I heard this from a very credible source. ... — read more