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