Mismanaged and highly dissatisfied - Laboratory Scientist OU Health Employee Review

1.0
Jun 3, 2021
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Pros

The benefits are great. Most of my coworkers are a good group of people. Free snacks and goodies throughout the year. The therapy dogs are always nice to see and pet.

Cons

Turnover rate is high due to horrible management. The communication is lacking. Management is out of touch and it will seem like you’re talking to a brick wall at times. You can tell management about issues but then the “solutions” don’t solve anything. Most “solutions” just cause more issues. People who slack off will never be reprimanded. If you’re a hard worker then you will be penalized for slacking off even if others slack off daily. People can make more than you but yet do nothing day in and day out. You can volunteer for whatever management is asking for but you will never feel appreciated for it. They will just expect you to volunteer every time moving forward. Management will only show up to point out everything that has gone wrong. That’s when you’ll mostly see management. When things are running smoothly the other 98% of the time then no one cares. Extremely toxic and negative work environment. Most departments at OU are mismanaged. I have talked to people from pharmacy, oncology, nutrition, etc. I have seen mass exodus of up to half of some nursing departments. I have ex coworkers who refuse to ever work again for OU in the future and advise all of their friends to stay clear. Most areas are understaffed and most staff are underpaid. I think the biggest turning point for me was seeing my bubbly and happy coworkers become depressed and negative. I just don’t think my mental health is worth this mess. Horrible parking.

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Workplace Culture and Team Collaboration: Many employees appreciate the supportive, family-like atmosphere and strong teamwork within their teams and across departments. They value the camaraderie, inclusivity, and mutual respect that foster a positive work environment focused on patient care. Meaningful Work and Patient Impact: Employees find motivation and satisfaction in knowing their work directly or indirectly improves patient care and community health. This sense of purpose is a significant driver of engagement.

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Degree Requirements and Career Advancement: Many employees express concern that strict degree requirements, especially for IT roles, hinder career progression and demoralize experienced staff without degrees. There is a strong preference for recognizing equivalent experience or certifications in lieu of formal degrees to promote internal mobility and retain talent.

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OU Health Response
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Thank you for your feedback, we are glad that you find your job rewarding. OU Health is on a journey to become Oklahoma's Employer of Choice for top talent by valuing the wellbeing and career journey of all team members through an inclusive culture of belonging, development, innovation and excellence. We value all feedback and will share your concerns and advice surrounding degree requirements with leadership, if you would like to engage directly with us please reach out to hr@ouhealth.com. Sincerely, OU Health HR Team
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May 5, 2026
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Pros

Learning about toxic management and hiring practices

Cons

The entire experience ended up negative

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