A quick update on our recent disussions with management regarding moonlighting:

OHSU management has confirmed that, as of now, all OHSU programs that offer moonlighting opportunities are paying residents at the same rate as similarly qualified faculty.  Further, we have udpated our agreement with management to include new language that ensures this continues to be the case going forward. 

The agreement has been updated as follows: “House Officers will be paid the same rate as similarly qualified faculty for moonlighting shifts”

At our last general membership meeting, we passed a resolution to get our dues money working for members.

The first is a hardship fund. This fund was set up to provide small cash disbursement to members who encounter unexpected financial difficulties. To learn more about this fund and how you can apply, click here.

We're excited to announce that we've just signed a new Letter of Agreement (LOA) with OHSU Administration regarding moonlighting.  Formerly, moonlighting in inpatient settings was restricted in our contract due to medicare regulations. Those regulations have changed, and the new LOA has ammended our contract accordingly to allow for increased moonlighting opportunites for our members. Many of us are financially stressed and welcome the opportunity to perform this work and earn some extra money.