Mail-in ballots went out to Loma Linda University Health residents yesterday.
They have nearly a month to vote whether to unionize.
Last winter Loma Linda University Health officials sued to stop their efforts. A US District Court subsequently ruled to allow the election to proceed.
Kevin Hong is a third-year resident at Loma Linda University Health. At a press conference yesterday, he said that he and his colleagues have suffered abusive behavior from supervisors.
“With a union in place, we will have collective power to fight against harassment and abuse in the workplace,” said Hong.
In an email, a spokesperson for Loma Linda University Health said they believe a union is unnecessary.
Residents say they also want better working conditions and higher pay.