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I work for a fun medical office part time. At least, I thought I did. Last week, I was laid off completely by surprise. The doctor basically said to my manager I and the other part time person were too expensive to keep on, so both of us were suddenly out of a job. I discussed the situation with my manager after this. She said the problem was not my performance. She wanted me to stay and actually needed a part time person to cover her and the other employee. But the doctor somehow believes another person's salary costs too much. In reality, having me work part time costs him less because he wouldn't have to pay the other two employees overtime by having me cover them on their day off. They also probably make a higher base salary since I have not worked there long. This is my favorite job I've ever had. I love the laid back atmosphere and my coworkers and I mesh very well.
I wonder if I should have a heart to heart with the boss and ask him if he isn't satisfied with my performance. (He hasn't given me any indication at all that he isn't.) If he just wants me to go because he doesn't want me there, fine; I'll find another job. But if it's really only about $$$, then maybe I'll point out diplomatically I would save him money by staying. I really think he isn't aware of this. I can easily find another job at another clinic, and I'd get a good reference, but I know I won't enjoy it as much as this one
I would look for another job. Perhaps your manager has a few leads. Don't put your boss in a difficult position. Tell him how much you enjoyed working there. You will have some good references, etc, and some good memories. If they decide they really need you, they'll know where to find you.
I think you guys are right. I have been in my technical field for over a decade and got this job after a long gap in employment. Thanks to being employed again, I will probably be able to get another job pretty quickly and even if I were able to change his mind, I would always be worried about when the shoe would drop and he would suddenly decide that I wasn't worth the money again. My manager told me this flakiness is part of his personality, and she has worked for him for many years.
Doctors are notorious for not wanting to spend money.
Move on.
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