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Adopt Resolution to:
a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 and Appendices A and B to create the classification of Surgical Technician-Per Diem with the salary range as indicated in the attached Resolution; and
b. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement the changes in the Advantage HRM System.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Adopt Resolution to:
a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 and Appendices A and B to create the classification of Surgical Technician-Per Diem with the salary range as indicated in the attached Resolution; and
b. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement the changes in the Advantage HRM System.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Natividad recommends the creation of a per diem pay in lieu of benefits position for Surgical Technicians in order to recruit and retain qualified employees. The salary recommendation for this new classification is proposed at 19% above the benefited salary range similar to the other per diem classifications utilized by the hospital.
Temporary Surgical Technicians will be used when staff is unavailable for work (e.g., vacation, illness) in the Surgical Services Department in order to maintain appropriate staffing levels to provide essential services. This classification is needed to recruit, retain and appropriately compensate per diem employees for Natividad.
For these reasons, it is recommended that your Board approve these actions.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Human Resources Department has reviewed the recommendation and concurs. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 521 was notified and concurs with the recommendations.
FINANCING:
Approval of the above actions has no impact on the General Fund.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Approval of these recommendations will allow Natividad Medical Center to compensate employees for performing duties that ensure patient care meets quality standards, which equates to improved healthcare for patients and the community.
Mark a check to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives
__Economic Development
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Prepared by: Jennifer Lusk, Senior Personnel Analyst, 831-783-2764
Approved by: Janine Bouyea, Hospital Assistant Administrator, 831-783-2701
Dr. Charles Harris, Interim Chief Executive Officer, 831-783-2553
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Resolution