A union representing UCLA Health employees has asked its members to strike across the University of California system on Nov. 20 and Nov. 21.
The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) represents patient care technical employees such as radiology and emergency trauma technicians; phlebotomists; perfusionists and medical assistants. AFSCME also represents service employees such as custodians, security guards and food service workers.
UCLA Health has developed detailed plans to maintain full access for patient care in our hospitals and clinics and minimize disruptions during a two-day strike planned by a University of California employee labor union starting at 12:00 am Wednesday, Nov. 20, and ending at 11:59 pm on Thursday, Nov. 21.
All health care facilities are open and operational. UCLA Health is continuously evaluating resources and strategically deploying staff and managers to ensure its highest priority – providing safe, high-quality care.
Picketing and other activity – especially in the vicinity of Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and the Medical Plaza complex in Westwood – may cause traffic delays. Patients are advised to allow extra time for travel.
UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Medicine are dedicated to the mission of providing leading-edge patient care, research and medical training. The contributions of all employees are valued, and their collective bargaining rights are respected.
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The University of California negotiates contracts with labor unions on behalf of UC campuses and academic health systems, including UCLA Health.
For UC statement on AFSCME strike notice, please visit University of California Statement on AFSCME Strike Notice
For details about negotiations, please visit AFSCME negotiations updates
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