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Blue Shield Of California

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Working at Blue Shield of California - Anonymous employee Blue Shield Of California Employee Review

4.0
Aug 10, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunities for professional growth and education, salary plus bonus plus time off is really good, company is supportive of telecommuting (however, not all managers support telecommuting). Buildings are well maintained and clean, and most locations offer a gym or discounted local gym membership. Company allows flex-time. Employees are updated regularly on projects and legislative changes via intranet and email.

Cons

Work-Life balance is not always possible, resources are not always available to support work load, commuting to San Francisco office when necessary can be challenging, promotions are not always justified for those who receive them (some managers are able to promote "favorites" instead of basing decision on merit).

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Pros

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Cons

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Pros

Limited knowledge transfer and onboarding support for new team members. New hires are often expected to figure things out with minimal guidance. Workplace politics can sometimes impact collaboration and decision-making. Managers may not always be actively involved in supporting team members or addressing concerns. Full-time employees are occasionally treated differently than contractors, creating an uneven work environment. Documentation and process knowledge sharing could be improved. Work culture can be stressful at times, leading to challenges with work-life balance and employee morale.

Cons

Good exposure to projects and technologies. Opportunity to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

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