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Adopt Resolution to:
a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution No. 98-394 Appendix A to adjust the salary ranges of the Occupational Therapist-Per Diem, Physical Therapist-Per Diem, Speech Pathologist-Per Diem classifications as indicated in Attachment A effective January 11, 2025; and
b. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement the changes in the Advantage Human Resources Management (HRM) System.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a Resolution to:
a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution No. 98-394 Appendix A to adjust the salary ranges of the Occupational Therapist-Per Diem, Physical Therapist-Per Diem, Speech Pathologist-Per Diem classifications as indicated in Attachment A effective January 11, 2025; and
b. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement the changes in the Advantage Human Resources Management (HRM) System.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Natividad Medical Center (NMC) and Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 521 recently agreed to one time increases for the Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist and Speech Pathologist classifications in negotiations. Each has a separate classification with a per diem status. These per diem classifications are compensated approximately 11.87% more than their counterparts as per diem employees are not eligible to receive County benefits.
In an effort to realign with current market trends to remain competitive and continue to recruit, retain and appropriately compensate per diem employees, Natividad recommends adjusting the salary ranges for the above listed per diem classifications.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 521 has been notified of the recommendations.
FINANCING:
The salary and benefits increase for Natividad Budget Unit 9600-8142 - Fund 451 - Appropriation Unit NMC001 for the remainder of FY 2024-25 is approximately $9,627 and then $17,879 annually thereafte...
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