Recently, members at the Mercy General Lab were told that the day shift Blood Bank CLS would now perform clerical duties that have been performed by another union’s members for the last 20 years. The Union called for a “cease and desist” from hospital management which immediately resolved the issue. Although, the Lab Director has […]
After months of actions and perseverance, ESC Local 20 members at Sonoma County secured a strong new contract. 3% COLAs plus additional equity increases for many different classifications coupled with major improvements to health care coverage and cost resulted in major improvements for members and their families.
The SF Legal Aid Society staff show that, “by forming unions, non-pro workers can secure a seat at the table where decisions are being made about priorities, allocation of resources and funding sources.”
Currently Clinical Lab Scientist members at Regional Medical Center are facing increased testing without correlating staff increases which could be putting patient care at risk. CLS play a vital role in quality patient care. Members are committed to not doing more than what would be safe for patients.
In the Spring of 2016 Clinical Lab Scientist members of the Bargaining Team and the Union won a competitive wage scale with step increases that ensure that members’ wages rise with their years of service. This new wage scale system comes after years of an open range system that could allow members’ wages to stagnate […]
During the 2016 contract negotiations, CLS members of the Negotiating Committee won a new wage scale that values longevity by adding more steps. Congratulations to everyone who worked hard to ensure that ESC Local 20 members’ commitment and dedication to quality patient care in San Benito County is recognized and fairly rewarded.
Facing schedule changes brought forward by management, CLS members are working together through the Union to minimize the impacts of those changes. ESC Local 20 members are seeking a fair process that would allow members to bid on new schedules based on their seniority. For more information or to get involved contact your steward or Nick Steinmeier.
Hiring Hall at PG&E: Get your foot in the door
PG&E has made a unilateral change to the newly negotiated Vacation Purchase Plan benefit. The Union has filed a Business Manager’s Grievance on the issue, as management should not be changing this or other terms in our contract without the Union’s agreement.
