As a professional, I would like to share an informative article about the Huron County Paramedic collective agreement. The Huron County Paramedic Services has recently reached a new collective agreement that will see significant changes in salaries, benefits, and working hours for its employees.
The new collective agreement was negotiated between the County of Huron and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 2558-04. This agreement will cover around 90 paramedics and support staff who work for the Huron County Paramedic Services.
One of the most notable changes in the new collective agreement is the increase in salaries for paramedics and support staff. Employees will see an increase in base pay between 7% and 9% over the four-year contract period. This increase will help bring the salaries of Huron County Paramedic Services employees closer to those in comparable municipalities.
The new collective agreement also includes improvements to benefits for employees. These improvements include an increase in the amount of coverage for long-term disability insurance, as well as an increase in vision care coverage for employees and their dependents.
Another significant improvement in the new collective agreement is the reduction of the workweek for paramedics from 48 hours to 44 hours. This reduction in hours will give paramedics more time to rest and recover between shifts, which will ultimately lead to improved patient care.
The Huron County Paramedic Services has also agreed to invest in new technology to improve patient care. The service will be getting new cardiac monitors, which will improve the ability of paramedics to diagnose and treat heart-related conditions.
Overall, the new collective agreement between the County of Huron and CUPE Local 2558-04 is an excellent example of how negotiations can result in positive changes for employees, employers, and the community. The improvements in salaries, benefits, and working hours will help attract and retain qualified paramedics, which will ultimately lead to improved patient care in Huron County.