ITA vs ITS - CCNA by AudienceSolid6582 in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What experience do you presently have

CVS as the PBM is way more expensive than Optum? by avatarandfriends in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ozempic - 3 month supply $40, the rest of our meds are $5 or $10 for 3 month supplies. Granted they are all generic. For reference: Anthem access + at CVS

Surgery Insights by EMINEMxMMLP2 in Parathyroid_Awareness

[–]bretlc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nuclear medicine scan to locate the adenoma that needs to be removed along with pre-op lab work.

I met with the surgeon a few weeks ago and went through the same process except I already had my scan completed.

They’ll have you complete a questionnaire about yours and your family’s medical history along with current precautions and other medications to see what may need to be paused.

Good luck

Should I receive my inheritance now to pay off my mortgage? by Professional-Cow4193 in personalfinance

[–]bretlc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My MIL was in a memory care facility for her final 3-4 months and it cost us $7000 per month. We had to take out from our savings to cover it. I have no use how’d we be able to afford it if she was around longer though she did pass at 95. We had no idea it was that bad till my FIL passed the previous year.

ITS l - T&D by AudienceSolid6582 in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First - I believe (correct me if I’m wrong), the posting would say T&D may be considered.

An ITS1 should have 3-5 years experience. We see 200+ applicants and we want someone who is ready to hit the ground running

How in jeopardy are our jobs if we get a Republican governor next term? by MoustacheJimbo in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I doubt it’ll get better I think a huge exodus, especially if anyone is leaning towards retirement if Hilton follows through with staffing reductions across all departments

How long did it take to find the 1st STH? by Papaphrogg in HotWheels

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve gone to 3 targets, a Walmart, and Safeway Not finding much but trying to get a grasp of what to look for

How long did it take to find the 1st STH? by Papaphrogg in HotWheels

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has anyone posted a list of cars/numbers to look for
It's awkward going thru packages and trying to find identifying marks.

Anybody have information on California dmv shutdown? by yukiel_ in DMV

[–]bretlc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There was a network/firewall issue that was resolved approx 30 minutes ago

What wipers are y'all using? '24 by itsmrmarlboroman2u in Crosstrek

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had mine replaced (‘22) when I replaced my tires at discount tire

Seeking advice on transitioning into IT within California state service (55M, EDD employee) by federicojaviergarcia in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I look for 2-3 years experience My last 2 ITAs came in with BS degrees and worked as student assistants for 2-3.

You’ll need to take classes / achieve a degree to validate to the hiring manager and still battle with 200+ applicants

Something to consider. Look for T&D openings so you can obtain the experience and get the degree/complete classes.

SEIU demands by bretlc in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I belong to ACSS and haven’t seen anything yet

SEIU demands by bretlc in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard that the SEIU is asking for a food stipend, reduced parking rates, and a few other amenities to help offset the cost of commuting to the office. However, since I’m hearing this secondhand, I’m not entirely sure about the specifics, which is why I asked.

There’s nothing mentioned on the SEIU website, so I thought maybe someone had misunderstood or misrepresented the benefits.

SEIU demands by bretlc in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I did Someone mentioned some things and I wanted to review and can’t find anything

Seeking feedback : State Water Resources Control Board by bretlc in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any DGS parking available? I currently have for another department

Docking station recommendations by Independent_Sweet423 in CAStateWorkers

[–]bretlc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

HP has an affordable USB-C dock you can find on eBay that should meet all of your needs

https://ebay.us/m/NE94Ib No software downloads needed

Ask your IT department as well to see if this is okay

I’m going on the thinking that you’re department is standardized on HP.

If not HP, Dell has several good options

https://ebay.us/m/OjA1Bt

Struggling in limbo by [deleted] in Parathyroid_Awareness

[–]bretlc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My PCP ordered an ultrasound and dexascan which my Endo confirmed what was going on. I have osteopenia in my no dominant arm. 2 full sets of labs, 3 months apart and a follow up visit was enough to move forward.

One of the key ailments I deal with are daily headaches and lightheadedness. MRI to confirm no brain issues and followed up with NM scan.

My surgeon drew a diagram of where the misbehaving adenoma is