Before You Start

After you’ve matched or been accepted into a program you will need to complete the following to be ready to start your program: 

• sign your contract and return as directed 
• complete all on-boarding requirements as directed 
• apply for your Michigan educational medical and controlled substance licenses 
  • if this is your first Michigan license, you will also need to get finger-printed and complete a background check 
  • you will be reimbursed for these costs after you start
• arrange for housing 
• your contract is conditional upon passing a Pre-Employment Physical Examination at Employee Health, appointments must be made May 2nd or after and be completed within the specified time range
  • the exam includes TB, drug and nicotine testing 
    • if positive for drugs, including nicotine, you are NOT eligible to enter your residency or fellowship program, or engage in any employment at Corewell Health 
      • this is reported as a violation of the match agreement 
• complete all computer-based modules in the Orientation Curriculum as directed
  • if you need a computer to complete your assignments, contact the GME Office for access to the computer classroom during Orientation week 
• complete all required certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS) as directed by your Program Manager 
  • go to https://cpr.heart.org to find an approved course near you 
  • submit your certification card as directed 
  • keep all receipts to obtain reimbursement