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