I wanted to share a theory and get your thoughts on whether it makes sense. I’m a Business Analyst who was recently laid off on 10/17, and I had also been laid off back in March, but that layoff was later rescinded. After that, I was moved to a... — read more 

These VPs approved roles to be hired and are not wanting ROI of their employees. Why did you approve the roles in the first place?

Layoffs seem to be all that’s happening at Optum lately. It feels like nothing productive is going on anymore, like leadership has just given up on trying to do any actual work. I really wonder how long they think this “new business model” of theirs... — read more 

Absolutely sick over all these layoffs. Learned that an outstanding employee with exceptional outcomes and client satisfaction was caught up in this yesterday yet people I know do less than nothing, never try to be helpful or play nice with anyone... — read more 

Please give this an up arrow if it was helpful. Let's take back this board from the fear mongering! I was recently laid off from Optum 3 weeks ago. it su-ks. I totally get it. I keep checking this board to see if it's even worth it to reapply... — read more 

Will they continue into next week? This has been such a horrid experience so far. So many good and hardworking people lost their jobs. It is apparent to me that there will be more of such rounds, as they are gearing up for many depts to move the... — read more 

For those impacted do you know what the severance package is yet? It would help others plan accordingly if you can share. Thanks

Looks like our area got layoffs. we werent told anything, but its happened. people are gone and replaced with overseas.

Any word on Optum CA being impacted this time or soon? Feels like something is going on but no solid confirmation yet.

Did anyone from Optum infusion get played off today?

did all of the lay offs happen today? or will they proceed tomorrow and next week? also what is with all of the meetings next week? there’s an all employee meeting scheduled and now a global town hall just got scheduled for next week as well?

. Anyone from New Jersey get notified today? . If not today, then when? NJ WARN notice says 12/11/2024 and 1/22/2025 for 160 people. . Is it minimum of 60 days or 90 days of notice? . Do I get notified by my manger 60 days or 90 days... — read more 

They are happening across the board, it seems. Do we have a clue how many people are being affected? What’s happening with Landmark? Some people are reporting that Landmark hasn't been impacted yet, or hearing that it may end up not being impacted at... — read more 

I see that a few teams were completely decimated. What are those who are still here supposed to do now? Double or triple their workload to get the work done? That's not realistic, even if that might be the exact thing the management is hoping will... — read more 

Sooo…when do we find out? I’m on pins and needles, and our leaders are rarely honest or transparent. The work level decreased, so they created busy work for us a while back. It’s slightly comforting to know that we’re not the only ones, but this is... — read more 

I guess this question is more for upper management, do the surveys have anything to do with letting people go?

Good luck to all. Let's keep each other informed today

Take a look at the earnings call from this week and it will tell you all you need to know. Witty gets asked a question about cost cutting and gives this quote "So we have been relentless around how can we find sustainable cost reductions for the... — read more 

Home and Community will be eliminated and sent to central. Has anyone else heard this?

please share any experiences you may have

If you have a meeting tomorrow that seems suspicious, can you share what market you’re in?

Those working for the MPPs How do you feel about the upcoming changes?

No company or job is worth your health, no matter what.

I have two appointments that just popped on to my calendar for Resiliency Rounds. Not sure what this means. Landmark employee here. Received layoff last round, which was later rescinded.

What does this mean? They are so cruel. During the holidays. I hate this. My life is ruined.

When we see an article like this one and a town hall is scheduled shortly after.... usually lay offs happen. We shall... — read more 

Layoff looming, lots of anxious people in Landmark/HBMC. If anyone hears anything please POST!! the countdown is upon us!

Spinning our wheels in CTP. Calling DSNP members, but now off dialer much of the time. We are a close cousin to OAH. Any word if layoffs in CTP coming?

I know that many are hoping to be laid off, because they are fed up, burnt out, or have other options. Many are also hoping to keep their jobs for various reasons. I hope everyone gets what they want and need on the 17th. I’m personally hoping to be... — read more 

I guess my post wasn’t approved, but we have a right to know. Will Central agents be transferred to House Calls, or let go like Local Outreach back in July?

For those markets staying open next year, how are they decided who stays and who goes?

They say we are age until at least January-does anyone know for sure this is the case? Or will they surprise us 10/17 and start letting us go?

I’m mostly hearing about Landmark.

any other contracts finishing? What happened to the staff that managed BCBS? who took over BCBS medA plan management?

Anyone been yanked from their clinic job and put on a team? I've heard rumors of these teams being formed to centralize a lot of admin duties, like referrals and medical records.

Been with the company 20+ years. Keep my head down, my mouth shut, just keep making my widgets (quality audits) and have successfully survived so far. Watched so many positions be RIFed only to be replaced overseas months later as “actually needed... — read more 

Any insight for 10/17 on if Landmark will be impacted?

It seems like the trend is that layoffs are mainly affecting teams that joined Optum and UHG through acquisitions. Has anyone else noticed this? In every major round of layoffs, most of the impacted individuals I see are from those teams. Of course... — read more 

Lots of random info on this site about potential for layoffs, please let us know on here if anyone hears ANYTHING!!! please and thank you