We are a group of hospitalists across the Legacy system that are committed to providing safe, excellent, and quality-based care. Our efforts have made Legacy Health a nationally recognized stroke center, and our expertise in pediatrics and obstetrics has garnered accolades. Despite challenges, including the pandemic, we prioritized patient care and maintained our dedication. However, recent unilateral decisions by Legacy administration, focusing on revenue over patient safety, have prompted us to form a union. We aim to ensure a safe work environment, appropriate staffing, sustainable wages, and a collaborative approach to patient care, especially in light of the proposed merger with OHSU. Our goal is to guide Legacy Health back to prioritizing patients over profits and ensure our voices are heard in decisions affecting patient care.
Bargaining Team
Salmon Creek
- Charlie Chambers-OB Hospitalist
- Eduardo Serpa-LIMS
Downtown
- Mikeanne Minter-LIMS
- Rob Morgan-LIMS
- Lauren Champion-LIMS
Randalls Children Hospital
- Eric Seymour-PEDs Hospitalist
- Meghan Kinealy-PEDs Hospitalist
- Anika Denali Luengo-OB Hospitalist
Meridian Park
- Ted Cohen-LIMS
- Kevin Carroll-LIMS
- David Nazemi-LIMS
Mount Hood
- Deb Alexander-LIMS
- Jon Rogers-LIMS
- Paige Pfunder-LIMS
What is collective bargaining?
Collective bargaining is the process through which employees, represented by their union, negotiate with their employer to establish terms of employment. This includes wages, working hours, and working conditions.
How long does the bargaining process take?
The duration of the bargaining process can vary widely. It can take several months or longer, depending on the complexity of the issues and the willingness of both parties to reach an agreement, as well as the involvement of the membership.
Who participates in bargaining?
Bargaining typically involves representatives from both the union and the employer. The union’s bargaining team, supported by a negotiator, is representing the hospitalists.
What are the subjects of bargaining?
Wages, health and working conditions must be bargained in good faith by federal law.
How are bargaining priorities determined?
Bargaining priorities are determined by union members through surveys, meetings, and discussions. The bargaining team then uses this feedback to set goals and strategies for negotiations.
What is “good faith” bargaining?
“Good faith” bargaining means that both parties must participate in the negotiation process with an open mind, willingness to reach an agreement, and honest communication. This includes providing relevant information and not engaging in deceptive practices.
Explain the bargaining process take?
You and your coworkers will create a bargaining team that is representative of your membership. After you and your coworkers select a bargaining team, a professional negotiator will be assigned to your bargaining unit. Your bargaining team will then begin crafting contract language for the contract tailored for your workplace. Those proposals will then be discussed with management at the bargaining table. Once a tentative agreement is made, the entire tentative contract will then go to a vote by membership to be ratified. Only once a ratified contract is in place does any member begin paying dues.
How are CBAs enforced?
CBAs are enforced through grievance and arbitration procedures outlined in the agreement. If an employee or the union believes the employer has violated the CBA, they can file a grievance, which may be resolved internally or through arbitration.
What role do union members play during bargaining?
Union members play a crucial role by providing input on bargaining priorities, supporting the bargaining team, participating in actions or rallies, and voting to ratify or reject the final agreement.
How can employees stay informed about the bargaining process?
Employees can stay informed through regular updates from their union representatives, attending union meetings, reading union newsletters or emails, and participating in informational sessions.
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