The HSU has received correspondence from NSW Health Pathology about a proposed workforce change at Tweed Heads within Pre-Analytical.

The proposal involves a trial of three additional shifts within Pre-Analytical at Tweed Heads Laboratory, adding an additional Monday to Friday Late Shift with working hours of 1230-2100 and two additional Mid Shifts on weekends with working hours of 0800-1630.

NSWHP says this trial aims to address an expected increase in workflow within Pre-Analytical at Tweed Heads Laboratory due the development of the new Tweed Valley Hospital. They have committed to recruiting and training three additional full-time Technical Assistants, which are currently advertised.

You can view the correspondence at the below link:

• Letter to HSU

What do you think?

It is important for union members to lead this discussion. How will this affect you? Please send your feedback on this proposal to [E-Mail not displayed] by Thursday 16 May using the subject line NSWHP Tweed Additional Shifts.

Your union at work

Everyone affected by these changes needs to be a union member. Members deserve to have control over their working lives. Tell your colleagues now is the time to join.

New members can join at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 478 679.