January 2021
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A Movement to Change Grading at the Medical School
Learn how to avoid bias in medical student evaluations. You have an opportunity to sign a letter to the Deans requesting consideration of a pass/fail grading system for clerkships.
2021-01-14 at 1:45pm
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Grievance Update
A brief summary of the Employer responses.
2021-01-14 at 1:37pm
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Union Members Donate
The HOA, UPAMM, and UMPNC collected gift cards donated to charities.
2021-01-12 at 1:03pm
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Your Disability Insurance Questions Answered
Virtual Q&A on 01/22 from 11:30am to 1:00pm. Unisex rates not changing for HOA Individual Options
2021-01-12 at 12:01pm
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2021 Membership for House Officers: Amplify Your Voice with the Michigan State and Washtenaw County Medical Societies!
Your representation is now more Important than ever.
2021-01-11 at 3:00pm
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Town Hall Top Four 1/8
The four things house officers might find interesting from the Michigan Medicine COVID-19 Town Hall on Jan 8, 2021.
2021-01-08 at 4:30pm
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How to Make a Holiday Pay Substitution
Brief commentary and two helpful examples.
2021-01-06 at 12:47pm
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VPN Access through the VA
A "How To" guide for setting up access and troubleshooting any problems.
2021-01-04 at 1:00pm
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COVID-19 MOU
Two paid time-off banks (days, not hours) that apply only to House Officers.
2021-01-01 at 12:13pm
December 2020
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Update from Michigan Medicine on Vaccine Prioritization
We received an FAQ from Michigan Medicine leadership as a response to our questions on vaccine prioritization.
2020-12-23 at 4:00pm
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Town Hall Top Four 12/18
The four things house officers might find interesting from the Michigan Medicine COVID-19 Town Hall on Dec 18, 2020.
2020-12-18 at 5:00pm
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Using Vacation to Offset an Upcoming Leave of Absence
You can use vacation time in conjunction with a leave of absence to avoid a training extension.
2020-12-15 at 9:00am
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USMLE Step 3 or COMPLEX Level 3 Reimbursement
Get reimbursed for the expense.
2020-12-11 at 8:45am
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House Officer Employment Status
When you rotate at other affiliated locations you are still a University of Michigan employee and represented by the HOA.
2020-12-07 at 12:26pm
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HO Mental Health Program
Discreet care is there when you need it.
2020-12-07 at 12:25pm
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Working with Work Connections
What your provider needs to provide and why.
2020-12-07 at 11:23am
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In-service Training Exams
These count toward your duty hour totals!
2020-12-07 at 10:58am
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Disruptive and Deceiving Pages
We know this is a continuing problem.
2020-12-07 at 9:55am
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Overflow Sleep Space in the Med Inn
Where should you sleep when called in from home.
2020-12-07 at 8:00am
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Call Room Cleanliness
Rooms are to be cleaned daily.
2020-12-05 at 6:00am
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Grievances and Unfair Labor Practices (ULP's)
What triggers the union to file?
2020-12-03 at 8:08am
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New Fridge in the HO Lounge
We are happy to announce that a refrigerator is now available for our members to use.
2020-12-02 at 2:30pm
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UH South Wellness Center
DO NOT add yourself to the waitlist!
2020-12-02 at 11:10am
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Access to Your Employment/Training Record
Your right to rebut under Michigan Compiled Law.
2020-12-02 at 9:32am
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Compliance Hotline (866) 990-0111
Reporting clinical issues.
2020-12-01 at 2:35pm
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HO Lounge
When visiting the HO Lounge, some things to consider...
2020-12-01 at 11:01am
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Exclusive Dermatology Clinic
A clinic just for House Officers.
2020-12-01 at 8:30am
November 2020
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Employment of Verification
Shared Services Center can help you.
2020-11-30 at 8:54am
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National Accrediting Body and Time Away From Training
Why you need to know this information.
2020-11-29 at 5:05am
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Pregnancy Discrimination
What you need to know.
2020-11-28 at 2:10pm
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Blue Bucks on your Mcard
A link to getting connected and resolving any errors.
2020-11-24 at 1:15am
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Holiday Pay
Receiving your Holiday Pay is not automatic. Back up call (even if you're not called) qualifies for Holiday Pay.
2020-11-23 at 10:30am
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Your Health and Safety
Results of the occupational health and safety survey are available.
2020-11-23 at 12:59am
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Distancing in Public Areas
Please refrain from moving cafeteria tables.
2020-11-09 at 9:57am
October 2020
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Parking is Strictly Enforced
Know the violations so you can avoid a costly ticket!
2020-10-26 at 12:08pm
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Phone Chargers for House Officer Use in the HOA Lounge
A quick charge station has been set up in the HOA lounge for the exclusive use of House Officers.
2020-10-22 at 2:00pm
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Workplace Safety
A message from the Director, COVID Workplace Safety, State of Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity, Sean Egan
2020-10-07 at 8:48am
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Donate Your Old Phone Charger
The HOA is collecting phone chargers to be used by patients in the ED.
2020-10-06 at 1:00pm
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Wolverine Access and Payroll
Who to call when you can't log in.
2020-10-01 at 4:08pm
September 2020
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COVID-19 Mental Health Toolkit for Providers is now live!
Guidance for those who care for others.
2020-09-15 at 3:19pm
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T32 Grant Taxes
Helpful guidance on how to navigate the tax implications.
2020-09-06 at 2:20pm
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Refrigerators
List of fridges available for house officers to use.
2020-09-02 at 1:00pm
August 2020
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New Massage Chair
The massage chair in the HOA lounge has been replaced!
2020-08-18 at 1:00pm
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New Home?
Remember to update your address.
2020-08-12 at 8:46am
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Additional Paid Time Off
In addition to vacation time, and paid sick days, HO's receive paid time off for preventative care and personal time.
2020-08-10 at 1:56pm
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Reporting Clinical and Educational Work Hours
As Michigan Medicine seeks to recover their projected losses, make sure you are accurately reporting your hours.
2020-08-10 at 12:03pm
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Scrutinize Your Paystub
Why periodic review is a good thing.
2020-08-03 at 5:00pm
July 2020
June 2020
May 2020
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Investigations Leading to Discipline: Your Rights
You are entitled to HOA representation during any investigation that could result in discipline or termination.
2020-05-28 at 8:15pm
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Parking at the VA
The VA police have been in contact with the VA Education Office.
2020-05-13 at 12:30pm
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Be Bold, Use Endowment!
A joint statement from UMHOA, UMPNC, and UPAMM.
2020-05-07 at 4:15pm