Get the Facts Fred Hutch

More than 30% of Fred Hutch Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) signed authorization cards calling for union representation — enough to trigger a federally supervised election. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) will hold a secret-ballot election on Wednesday, July 8 and Thursday, July 9 to determine whether the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) has majority support.

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Two Things to Know

The Election

The secret-ballot election is Wednesday, July 8 and Thursday, July 9. Every eligible APP gets a vote — and no one will know how you voted. Learn more about the election.

The Wage Premium

Research shows union workers earn 13.5% more than comparable non-union workers. For an APP earning $165,000, that's an extra $22,275 per year — or $66,825 over a three-year contract. See the numbers.