Linda Gunter
| This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.City’s smoke-free Health District includes UAB
A new website to help smokers and non-smokers navigate the law includes FAQs, links to resources and a map of the Health District boundaries.
New campus learning system is live — here’s what to expect
Human Resources enhances the learning experience for campus faculty and staff through an enhanced, user-friendly design.
Changes ahead for LMS to improve on-the-job learning
HR is rolling out key improvements to the UAB employee-learning experience and providing modern ways to develop professionally that faculty and staff requested in the 2019 Campus Engagement Survey.
Open enrollment for benefits ends Nov. 11
UAB’s annual open enrollment for benefits will begin 7 a.m. Oct. 25 and conclude 5 p.m. Nov. 11. Eligible employees can choose among dental, vision and health insurance plans, plus voluntary plan options and tax-deferred spending accounts for health and dependent care for 2020.
Voluntary benefits to be offered during open enrollment
In addition to the health, dental and vision benefits, UAB employees also will have the option to select insurance to cover accidents and identity theft and/ or participate in a pet-care discount program during open enrollment during open enrollment Oct. 25-Nov. 11. These programs are wholly voluntary and paid for by employees and can be cancelled at any time.
9 ways to reduce your health care costs in 2020
Nationwide, the cost of health care is rising, and UAB is working to reduce the impact of these costs on its employees and the organization. Here are some things you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Enjoy celebrations, avoid headaches this week
Several Homecoming and 50th anniversary events will affect parking, transportation and building access this week. Use this information to plan ahead, navigate campus and enjoy the fun.
Premiums for health, dental and vision available for 2020
Eligible employees may choose among four health plans plus dental and vision benefits during the annual open enrollment Oct. 25-Nov. 11. Medical premium assistance — based on household income — and priority access services also will be available.
Innovations in Wellness conference to honor leadership in the field
Two new awards will be introduced this year to recognize and encourage students and professionals in the community who have devised new approaches to promote healthy environments within Alabama.
Vision coverage from VSP available during open enrollment
Eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital, and UAB Hospital Management LLC will have the option to choose or decline vision coverage during the annual open enrollment for benefits that begins 7 a.m. Oct. 25 and concludes 5 p.m. Nov. 11.
