OPSEU Local 388

OPSEU (Ontario Public Service Employees Union) is a labour union representing public sector workers in Ontario, Canada. Its primary purpose is to advocate for the rights and interests of its members, including fair wages, benefits, job security, and improved working conditions. OPSEU works to protect workers from unfair treatment and to negotiate collective agreements that ensure workers' rights are upheld. OPSEU Local 388 represents a diverse group of healthcare professionals at Mackenzie Health and Addictions Services Central Ontario (ASCO). The union advocates for employees in diagnostic, therapeutic, and support roles across a variety of healthcare settings, ensuring fair treatment, job security, and improved working conditions.

Mackenzie Health

OPSEU Local 388 represents vital healthcare professionals working at Mackenzie Health, with members across Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. These professionals play a key role in diagnostics, patient care, and healthcare information management, ensuring high-quality services for patients at both hospital sites.

Members
Echocardiography Technologists
Specialize in using ultrasound to create images of the heart and blood vessels, helping diagnose heart conditions.

Electrocardiogram (ECG) Technologists
Specialize in performing ECG tests, which record the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart conditions.

Hospital Information Management
Focus on managing patient information, health records, and ensuring that the data is accurately documented and accessible.

Laboratory Assistants
Support medical laboratory technologists by preparing specimens, managing samples, and conducting initial diagnostic tests.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists
Use MRI technology to create detailed images of organs and tissues without the use of radiation, primarily for diagnostic purposes.

Medical Laboratory Technologists
Perform complex diagnostic tests on patient samples, including blood, urine, and tissue, to assist in diagnosing diseases and conditions.

Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Specialize in the use of radioactive substances to create images and perform diagnostic tests to assess organ function and detect diseases.

Pathology Assistants
Work closely with pathologists, helping to process and examine tissue samples, providing vital data for diagnosis.

Radiography Technologists
Also known as X-ray technologists, they use imaging equipment to produce radiographic images (X-rays) for medical diagnosis.
Ultrasound Technologists
Specialize in using ultrasound equipment to create images of the body’s internal structures, helping in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Addictions Services Central Ontario (ASCO)

ASCO employees who are represented by OPSEU Local 388 include healthcare professionals working in the treatment, support, and rehabilitation of individuals dealing with addiction issues. These professionals are a crucial part of the healthcare system, playing a pivotal role in helping individuals overcome addiction, manage mental health challenges, and rebuild their lives.

Members
Addiction Counsellors
Role: Provide counseling and support to individuals experiencing substance use disorders or other addiction-related issues. They assist patients with recovery plans, coping strategies, and emotional support.

Mental Health Workers
Role: Work closely with addiction counselors to provide additional mental health support to patients. These workers may assist with managing underlying mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma that contribute to addiction.

Case Managers
Role: Coordinate and manage the care of individuals in addiction treatment programs. They often serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring they receive the appropriate medical, psychological, and community-based support.

Addiction Support Workers
Role: Assist in the day-to-day operations of addiction treatment facilities, offering direct support to individuals in recovery. They may help clients with daily activities, manage schedules, and provide a supportive presence.

Social Workers
Role: Provide counseling and advocacy services, helping patients navigate their recovery process while also addressing broader social determinants of health like housing, employment, and family dynamics.

Rehabilitation Therapists
Role: Provide therapeutic services such as group therapy, family counseling, and individual therapy, helping individuals in addiction recovery to rebuild their lives and manage relationships, emotions, and triggers.

Healthcare Assistants
Role: Support medical staff in providing care to individuals with addiction issues, helping with day-to-day tasks, patient mobility, and general assistance in treatment facilities.