Has anyone else heard this rumor? Managers of people to be impacted have been invited.

I didn't have a scanner so I took pictures with my phone of each page and carefully ensured each page was cropped and easy to read - ok, it wasn't accepted. Next time, I faxed it, and I just received an email saying it wasn't legible. Guess what, I... — read more 

Apparently it’s going away for grades 21-26, formal communication next week

So long folks! No, I didn't get RIF'd, and I'm staying with Optum until I do. I came to the realization misery loves company and all y'all are miserable. Things could be better, raises and bonuses could be higher, job insecurity causes real anxiety... — read more 

They can track everything you do at all times - doesn’t matter if you think you got around it somehow or you turn your status to offline. They know when you aren’t actively at your computer and can use it as a reason to lay you off.

I’ve read in the past here that Home & Community department is ended for good on 3/31. Does anyone have an updates on this? This is before the next big predicted layoff on April 17th. So a bit confusing.

I keep hoping things will improve, that there will come a time when working here feels less stressful and more like a normal job, but I wait in vain. When did it become normal for our jobs to pose hazards to our mental - and, in turn, physical -... — read more 

How is the fund for RRP determined? I assume it changes per team even within the same job function? Why is your bonus not based on your salary? Saying you received a bonus at 100% of RRP when that only means $600, for example, doesn’t seem right or... — read more 

Or more accurately, who isn’t? It’d be helpful to know who's safe for a change.

If you are rated an exceeds and receive a very low merit %, what do you say to your manager? Is there anything to say? What is the incentive to work past just “meets”???

So…question for anyone out there who might know: If you’ve had your review and slated for the increment and bonus/reward, does this mean that you will not be laid off? My thought is they wouldn’t review you if you were history…can anyone confirm or... — read more 

Today, https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1jmad1rds UHC Operations & Experiences 30,000 employees have been offered a Voluntary Resignation (VRSP) program with a window from Feb 24th to the first week of March, with a small severance of 7 weeks to a max of... — read more 

Are we expecting another round this week? Or will it be in March?

Has any one actually received a bonus? I’m finding the merit is low and no bonuses.

I have been having 50 hours week, nightmares, and sleep loss for past 3 months. I was about to apply for short term disability for 3 months. Now hit by CAP. What should I do at this stage? Can I still apply? Has anyone applied for it successfully?

I needed to address a post that I can’t seem to find where someone said that grade level 29’s don’t do any work and should be the first to be let go. While I can’t speak for all of Optum, I can speak for my dept. All of the 29’s in my dept are... — read more 

Hey everyone, Someone I know recently shared that when they gave their two weeks’ notice, they weren’t able to get their PTO paid out. After looking into it, I found out this is actually true in many cases. Here’s what you need to know: • In many... — read more 

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Many of you may have noticed or heard about performance evaluations being 2s. You may be thinking things like “wow I’ve never seen this many 2s before”. This is feedback we’ve already received. This is intentional. This will be used as a termination... — read more 

What have you all done during the first week since being laid off 2/6?

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Has anyone utilized this after layoff? What is your opinion, please?

Has anyone gotten their performance review back and wants to commiserate? Working in the tech side I received a 5 and got a 2.5% raise…. I was blown away by the terrible salary increase. If this is a common theme across areas it seems like they are... — read more 

Anyone disputed 2 rating and CAP successfully? Any tips?

Thoughts on the HCC town hall?

Who actually completes Internal Dispute Review??? How long does it usually take? What if the direct manager files one against a higher/senior manager? Senior manager adamantly pushed direct manger to change rating to 2. Direct manager DID NOT AGREE... — read more 

Of course you don’t. I - Integrity C - Compassion R - Relationships I - Innovation P - Performance What part of your horsesh-t behavior is in alignment with your alleged values? 🧐

Do they give out to both terminated (fired) and laid off people? Is there any difference between being terminated after low rating or being laid off? How much they pay?

UnitedHealth Group reached a $20.25 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor on Feb. 7, resolving allegations that its subsidiary, UMR, improperly denied claims for emergency room visits and ur----y dr-g screenings for thousands of... — read more 

Hi, If I file for it and it is not successful, would they terminate me right away? Would it sour the relationship? How does that work?

Manager is being catty and pushing for high quality work. Like I have to do 10 hours of work. Is it worth it? Or applying outside is the right decision? Anyone successfully exited CAP? How did you do that?

Looking for guidance as to whether or not you can be terminated without pay after turning in notice.

Somebody: the career of the individual who tried to destroy you got murked! Cemetary Caretaker: the grave is over there to the left Me: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rV0deBILNGA&pp=ygUcbW9ycmlzIGRheSBzb3VsIHRyYWluIGF3YXJkcw%3D%3D

The amount of 2's given out this year will probably be higher than recent years. Don't forget to fill out your anonymous survey and answer honestly as they appreciate your honest feedback and truly care. If you do get a 2, start searching... — read more 

Curious if anyone here has worked as a behavioral health care advocate at another insurance company and if it was any better? I’ve been laid off and found a new spot three times in my ten years here, i see the writing on the wall that it’s happening... — read more 

I used to check these frequently somewhat afraid of what may happen. Ever since deciding to leave I am now employed with a better company. I get Presidents’ Day and Juneteenth off along with more PTO. I have a better team that’s not negative nor... — read more 

Anyone with experience successfully filing Internal Dispute Review (IDR) ?