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
- information about living in Southeastern Michigan and the specific community in which your program is based is provided
- your contract is conditional upon passing a Pre-Employment Physical Examination at Employee Health, appointments must be made May 1st and be completed no more than 30 days in advance of your start date
- the exam includes TB, drug and nicotine testing
- TB testing requires a return visit within 72 hours and must be completed before orientation
- if positive for drugs, including nicotine, you are NOT eligible to enter your residency or fellowship program, or engage in any employment at Beaumont
- 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 the week prior to Orientation
- complete all required certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS) as directed by your program coordinator
- go to https://cpr.heart.org to find an approved course near you
- submit your certification card as directed
- provide a receipt to obtain reimbursement