UW Residents and Fellows Contract Ratification Voting!
Bargaining Update Session 13 (Aug 8th, 2025)
UW put 4%, 3%, 3% and an increase in housing to $10k the first year, $11k the second year, and $12k the third year on the table last night and told us that they are at the limit of what they can give in this contract. We countered with 9%, 9%, 9% and an increase in housing to 11k the first year, 11.5k the second year, and 12k the third year.
2023 RFPU/CIR Primary Election Candidate Endorsements
This year, the Resident & Fellow Physician Union - Northwest (with much support from CIR!) will be making endorsements for candidates on the ballot for the Seattle primary election on August 1st. Endorsements are an important tool for unions to gain allies and build relationships with legislators who will champion our labor rights as essential healthcare workers … Continue reading 2023 RFPU/CIR Primary Election Candidate Endorsements
AY22-23 Annual Report Release
At the end of each academic year, RFPU-NW releases our annual report for the academic year. This report contains financial updates, information about our benefit programs, and summarizes the progress your union has made over the last year. The CIR/SEIU annual report is sent out to membership through a separate email and notification system. If … Continue reading AY22-23 Annual Report Release
AY23-24 RFPU Board/CIR Delegate Nominations Now Open!
APPLY HERE! Nominations Open: March 6-21Election: March 27-April 3Are you someone who wants to be the face of RFPU and represent the collective voice of your co-residents and fellows? Do you want to advocate for better conditions for residents and their patients? Are you interested in understanding the power dynamics in your hospital and nationally … Continue reading AY23-24 RFPU Board/CIR Delegate Nominations Now Open!
Student Debt Relief Plan FAQs and Info
General InformationOn August 24, President Biden announced a Student Debt Relief Plan to help relieve student debt borrowers including forgiving $10,000 for all borrowers making less than $125,000 or married couples making less than $250,000; and $20,000 for borrowers with the same income restrictions that received a Pell Grant. Borrowers with undergraduate loans can also cap their … Continue reading Student Debt Relief Plan FAQs and Info
Sign up to be a Dept Rep for AY22-23!
Ensure your co-residents/fellows are represented and engaged this upcoming year by signing up to become a Department Representative for your program!By becoming a leader, you will be taking the first step to building a stronger union! Leaders play a crucial role. They make sure their co-residents/fellows' rights are protected. They listen to their co-residents/fellows and unite people to see that … Continue reading Sign up to be a Dept Rep for AY22-23!
Annual Report Release
At the end of each academic year, RFPU-NW releases our annual report for the academic year. This report contains financial updates, information about our benefit programs, and summarizes the progress your union has made over the last year. 2021-2022 annual report
Resources – Caring for Patients Experiencing Incarceration
Patients who are incarcerated in King County's jails are a mission population at Harborview Medical Center. Have you taken care of patients who are incarcerated at King County Jail (KCJ) or who are in police custody? Have you experienced challenges caring for these patients? You are not alone! The vast majority of trainees at UW take care … Continue reading Resources – Caring for Patients Experiencing Incarceration
Join the ’22-23 RFPU-NW Board!
Executive and General Board Applications Due by April 29th!Nominations Open: April 8th - 29th (Apply Here!)Election: May 1st - 8thAll Board Positions are expected to contribute 4+ hours each month (which includes the monthly board meeting). Incoming residents & fellows are welcome to apply! Vice President Role: Responsible for assisting with general operations for RFPU-NW as needed, including managing the board. … Continue reading Join the ’22-23 RFPU-NW Board!
CIR Northwest 