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All three collective bargaining agreements between the Union of American Physicians and Dentists and Los Angeles County were overwhelmingly ratified by 95% “Yes” votes.

Bargaining Unit 301, Pharmacists
Bargaining Unit 324, Physicians & Veterinarians
Bargaining Unit 325, Psychiatrists and Dentists

Today, May 23rd, 2019, the results of both the electronic ratification polls and the paper ballots cast, were counted and tallied, at UAPD’s Southern California Office.

Witnessed and counted by bargaining unit members representing each bargaining unit, and UAPD Leadership and Staff, the sealed ballot boxes were broken & counted, and the electronic tally was reported and added, along with paper ballots that members had requested be mailed to them via U.S. Mail.

It is now up to everyone to ensure the contracts are upheld. Please keep a copy of your Memorandum of Understanding on hand at all times, once you receive the new copy.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact UAPD at your earliest convenience.

Stay Strong & United!

Online Voting for Los Angeles Contract Ratification Starts This Week

This Thursday, May 16th marks the beginning of the online voting period for the ratification of Los Angeles’ newest contract with UAPD. All Bargaining Unit 324, 325, and 301 members who have yet to vote shall be contacted with further details starting the day of. The deadline to place your vote is the following week on Thursday, May 23rd at 1 PM.

If you are currently not a member and would like to participate in the vote, sign up here.

If you have any questions regarding the new contract or have not received any email contact regarding the ratification vote, please contact our Southern California location at (310) 398-4038.

Ratification for Los Angeles Contract On The Horizon

As UAPD schedules the ratification process for the new Los Angeles contract, it is important that we have your most up-to-date contact information. Voting will start soon and it is vital that every member gives their feedback on the new contract.

Please sign up here so you can get the most update contract summary and vote on your contract. You can also contact us via e-mail or by telephone with your newest contact information.

If you are currently on steps 1 – 10, please contact UAPD. If you would like to have a representative to meet with you, your department, or your clinic about the new contract, please contact our Southern California location at (310) 398-4038.

CPOE Complaints: How They Work and How UAPD Can Help

In the last few months, there has been an increase in County Policy of Equity (CPOE) Complaints filed against our members. It’s important to know your rights as a Union member when you are called by an investigator. Before you schedule that meeting, please contact UAPD. You have a right to have a union representative be with you during the investigation meeting.

If you’re unfamiliar with the CPOE, we now have a guide available. To learn more about the CPOE and how it works click here.

Activism On The Rise At Harbor UCLA

Activism at Harbor UCLA is picking up steam in the Pediatrics department regarding a wellness in
service as well as in Internal Medicine with the Hospitalist workgroup. Harbor is working
with OVMC to put together a job specification that may help during bargaining. We
are helping Radiology with acquiring the nine radiologists that they need to be at
normal capacity.

We have also received support from Harbor Administration and several
departments to put together in services on topics that reach multiple disciplines.
We are working with Pediatrics, the Hospitalists, Surgery, Radiology, and soon we
will be meeting with OB/GYN.

Recruitment and membership are on the rise! However, we are still dealing with active
anti-union sentiment by several department heads. We are actively working around
them by using the programs discussed below to gain access to the departments.
We are in the midst of preparing a quarterly member meeting at Harbor. It should be
realized in the next month or two.

Message from UAPD President about upcoming LA County Contract and Salary Negotiations

Dear LA County Colleague:

Please click on the 88-second video message below to hear how your colleagues plan to improve your MOU and how you can help by (re)committing yourself to full UAPD membership.

After watching the video click the appropriate link at the bottom. You will be redirected to a Docu-sign membership form.

Thanks.

Stuart Bussey, M.D., J.D.
UAPD President

LA County Physicians, Psychiatrists, and Dentists (BU 324/325) click here

LA County Pharmacists (BU 301) click here.

Just Culture Policy Finalized!

Under the new policy, Union members and management will educate the workforce on the new policy, identify potential system deficiencies in various departments, and recruit team members to assist in resolving potential problems. Just Culture will focus less on disciplinary actions and focus more on corrective actions. UAPD members will have access to all bargaining unit members when discussing Just Culture. So, they will be able to recruit new members and provide updates on Union activities.

UAPD and DHS developed new programs to continue efforts for Physician recruitment and retention. In order to continue building on the successful events sponsored by the Union and the County, a new recruitment incentive and student loan payment reimbursement was established. New hires in Correctional Health will be eligible for up to $30,000: $10,000 after 6 months and another $20,000 after 18 months on the job. New employees could opt for the student loan payment reimbursement program. Physicians would receive up to $30, 000 at the end of each year up to 4 years (total $120,000 in reimbursement). The Department of Mental Health has expressed interest in creating similar programs for recruitment and retention of Psychiatrists in Los Angeles County.

UAPD in LA County Looking Forward…

The County of Los Angeles provides services to the over 10 million residents who call Los Angeles County home. With more than 35 departments and 200 commissions, the County operates one of the largest local government organizations in the world. Given the size of this County, it is imperative that UAPD position itself strategically if we are to be successful moving forward.

It is therefore never too early to start gearing up for negotiations for new collective bargaining agreements, to replace those that will be expiring in the upcoming months. We will be faced with a lot of challenges and uncertainties, for example: will the county lose federal dollars? How do we make up any loss in revenue? How do we continue to deliver quality care? What are the alternatives? UAPD members will have the opportunity to engage and participate in the process to solve some of these critical issues.

LA County Recruitment & Retention Work Group

At the Request of Dr. Mitch Katz, Director of the newly formed Los Angeles County Health Agency, UAPD has partnered with the Department of Health Services (DHS) to increase the recruitment of Physicians and Specialists who work for the County. The recruitment effort involves setting up events with potential applicants and the Department Directors, Medical Directors, UAPD board members, UAPD Stewards, and UAPD staff. The UAPD board approved $40,000 for this project at the October 2016 Board Meeting.

Results to date

Since the start of our project, over 50 Physicians hired with varying start dates
The marketing materials for physicians has been revised and updated
UAPD and the County have developed the first recruitment program to target those in the Residency Program. UAPD and CIR have discussed further events and programs to improve recruitment opportunities.
We reduced the recruitment process from 6 months to a little over a month from submission of interest to offer letter.
Streamlined the initial submission process to only having applicants submit a resume and CV.
UAPD has fostered a stronger relationship with Committee on Interns and Residents.

LA County Safe and Just Culture Policy

Los Angeles County Policy No. 311.4, as revised on July 1, 2016, states as its purpose: “To build, maintain, and support a Safe and Just Culture at the Department of Health Services…A Safe and Just Culture is one in which safety is an individual and organizational priority, and where errors, near misses, adverse events, and hazardous conditions can be easily reported without retaliation, and are seen as opportunities for improvement as a means to identify system and behavior changes that will improve the safety and quality of care we deliver”.

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