May 2020
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Holiday Pay
Did you work over the Memorial Day? Make sure you get paid.
2020-05-26 at 8:00am
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HOA Board Election May 22 to May 27
All current members will receive an online ballot via email Friday, May 22 at 10am.
2020-05-19 at 12:30pm
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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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HOA Announces Slate of Candidates for 2020 Board Election
Election to be held from May 22, 2020, at 10 am through May 27, 2020, at 10 am.
2020-05-11 at 11:59pm
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Residents at U-M Hospital System Fighting for Fair Wages
Residents still being seen as cheap labor, even amidst pandemic
2020-05-08 at 4:00pm
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Be Bold, Use Endowment!
A joint statement from UMHOA, UMPNC, and UPAMM.
2020-05-07 at 4:15pm
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Absentee Voting Ballot Now Available
Online sign-up for Washtenaw county!
2020-05-06 at 10:18am
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New Prescription Drug Plan
ID cards will arrive in June.
2020-05-04 at 11:12am
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Anonymous Survey
Please share your COVID-19 experiences.
2020-05-01 at 3:30pm
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Bargaining Update
The employer requests a mediator from the Michigan Employment Resolution Commission (MERC).
2020-05-01 at 2:20pm
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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.
2020-05-01 at 2:03pm
April 2020
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HOA Prevails Over Parking
MERC orders return of 280 P4 parking spots.
2020-04-22 at 12:15pm
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Your Disability Insurance Questions Answered
We have not figured out how to transmit a free sandwich through a video call, but you can still get your questions answered.
2020-04-21 at 2:10pm
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Letter in Support of Our PA's
Physician Assistants are organizing, please show your support!
2020-04-17 at 12:28pm
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Lender Letter
Does your lender need to know your salary schedule to secure a mortgage?
2020-04-17 at 11:49am
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COVID-19 MOU
Two paid time-off banks (days, not hours) that apply only to House Officers.
2020-04-14 at 3:13pm
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Board Elections Are Coming, Seeking Nominations
Consider getting involved in your union by nominating yourself to serve on the HOA's board.
2020-04-10 at 11:30am
March 2020
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Parents with Childcare Needs
Volunteers are available from the Medical School.
2020-03-23 at 9:15am
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Food Security
A message to the Medical School Community on how you can help.
2020-03-20 at 9:10am
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Parking Grievance Denied
Union's suggested remedies are reasonable, but cannot be enforced.
2020-03-11 at 12:10pm
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Help Improve Boarding in the ED
A quality improvement survey from your colleagues - closing 3/31.
2020-03-11 at 12:06pm
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Exit Information
Helpful information if you are leaving Michigan Medicine in 2020, including COBRA.
2020-03-05 at 4:52pm
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Rent or Sell Your Houses and Apartments, Find a Roommate
House Officers who have properties to sell or rent should list them on the HOA's housing website!
2020-03-05 at 1:00pm
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Bill of Rights for Hospital Interns, Residents, & Fellows
Calling on the health care industry to improve conditions for all residents and fellows. Please sign the petition!
2020-03-03 at 6:15pm
February 2020
January 2020
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Committee Volunteers Needed
Michigan Medicine and the HOA are seeking volunteers to serve on committees.
2020-01-29 at 9:00am
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White Coat Cleaning
Is your coat not so white anymore?
2020-01-20 at 11:02am
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Blue Bucks on your Mcard
A link to locations and the process for resolving errors.
2020-01-20 at 10:15am
December 2019
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Facilities Update
Please let the HOA staff know if something isn't working properly.
2019-12-26 at 9:37am
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Backlode
A new service to potentially save you money with your move!
2019-12-26 at 9:09am
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2020 Kids Kare Registration
Users must sign up each year.
2019-12-18 at 8:40am
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Contract Negotiations
Talks are set for Monday evenings and have already begun.
2019-12-18 at 8:37am
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Financial Resources From Hantz Group
Voluntary benefits for our members.
2019-12-16 at 8:30am
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Work Hours Defined
Are you reporting accurately?
2019-12-09 at 7:11am
November 2019
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Overflow Sleep Space in the Med Inn
Where should you sleep when called in from home.
2019-11-27 at 8:00am
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Access to Your Employment/Training Record
Your right to rebut under Michigan Compiled Law.
2019-11-05 at 9:32am
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Lactation Spaces for House Officers
University Hospital and C&W have dedicated house officer rooms. There is a lactation pod in the HOA Lounge.
2019-11-05 at 8:30am
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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.
2019-11-05 at 8:15am
October 2019
September 2019
August 2019
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Travel Reimbursement and Mileage
Be timely in requesting your reimbursement.
2019-08-15 at 5:24am
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FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)
If you qualify, you can't be denied.
2019-08-07 at 12:55pm
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Flexible Spending Accounts
There are two kinds available to all House Officers.
2019-08-07 at 12:23pm
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Your Mental Health
There is a program for you.
2019-08-06 at 11:52am
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Too Tired to Drive Home?
Taxi, Lyft, and Uber
2019-08-06 at 11:36am
July 2019
May 2019
April 2019
March 2019
February 2019
January 2019
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Lactation Support in Your Contract
For new moms returning to work.
2019-01-31 at 12:02pm
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Religious Observances
When to request time off.
2019-01-31 at 9:12am
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HO Parking Coupons/Vouchers
What does your contract state?
2019-01-23 at 1:00pm
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Taubman Medical Library Access
All House Officers should have the access programmed on their badges.
2019-01-11 at 10:00am
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Holiday Pay
Receiving your Holiday Pay is not automatic.
2019-01-10 at 10:30am
December 2018
November 2018
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Back Up Call and Jeopardy on a Holiday
You still receive Holiday Pay if you are not called!
2018-11-28 at 12:06pm
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Free Resources on Student Loans
Check out these resources BEFORE hiring someone to manage your student loans.
2018-11-13 at 9:53am
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Scrutinize Appointment Documents
You could be hurting yourself.
2018-11-08 at 9:30am
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Job Duties
Unsure about a task, just ask.
2018-11-06 at 12:12pm
October 2018
September 2018
August 2018
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Employment Verification for Loan Forgiveness
Shared Services Center can help you with PSLF.
2018-08-31 at 8:54am
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National Accrediting Body and Time Away From Training
Why you need to know this information.
2018-08-24 at 5:05am
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Meal Reimbursement Amounts
Know the current rates and if you qualify.
2018-08-07 at 9:22am
July 2018
June 2018
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Grievances and Unfair Labor Practices (ULP's)
What triggers the union to file?
2018-06-29 at 8:08am
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New Email Address Robin@hoaumich.org
A message from the Executive Director.
2018-06-29 at 7:07am
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Cell Phone Stipend Requirement
Remember to turn in your forms!
2018-06-27 at 4:33pm
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VA Meal Allowance Settlement
87 HO's will see an addition to their pay check.
2018-06-21 at 11:00am
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Physician and Surgeon Average Salaries
All 50 states are included.
2018-06-08 at 8:54am
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Need a Notary?
Details on services provided to members.
2018-06-07 at 11:34am
May 2018
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TEMPORARY EXPANDED PSLF
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - oppertunity now available!
2018-05-29 at 1:41pm
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HOA Forced to Withdraw Grievances
Back Holiday Pay and approved Holiday Pay Substitution grievances will be withdrawn.
2018-05-23 at 3:24pm
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Resolution of Holiday Pay Grievances
Those owed for Holiday Pay will tentatively receive their corrected amounts in May/June payroll.
2018-05-23 at 12:23pm
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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.
2018-05-02 at 12:26pm
April 2018
March 2018
February 2018
January 2018
December 2017
November 2017
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The Intent Behind Secondary Care Giver Leave
Does this extend my training?
2017-11-14 at 11:10am
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Free Student Loan Counseling
The Medical School Financial Aid Office will help you.
2017-11-14 at 6:16am
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AirWatch
What the employer does not collect on your devices.
2017-11-10 at 11:13am
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Parking Enforcement
A list of items that could earn you a ticket.
2017-11-09 at 5:01pm
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Scrutinize Your Paystub
Why periodic review is a good thing.
2017-11-09 at 4:00pm
October 2017
September 2017
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Suicide Awareness
The Crisis Text Line is available 24/7/365.
2017-09-25 at 11:02am
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CBA Available on HOA Website
The final version has been posted.
2017-09-19 at 12:13pm
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HO Mental Health Program
Discreet care is there when you need it.
2017-09-14 at 12:25pm
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Direct Dealing is an Unfair Labor Practice
Examples that you may have encountered.
2017-09-08 at 1:25pm
August 2017
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Compliance Hotline (866) 990-0111
Reporting clinical issues.
2017-08-24 at 2:35pm
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Disruptive and Deceiving Pages
What is being done about this?
2017-08-24 at 9:55am
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T32 Grant Taxes
Helpful guidance on how to navigate the tax implications.
2017-08-10 at 1:20pm
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Clinical Work Done From Home
This time should be entered into MedHub.
2017-08-07 at 2:38pm
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Should You Be Doing Scut Work?
Here is what your contract says:
2017-08-07 at 2:23pm
July 2017
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Wolverine Access and Payroll
Who to call when you can't log in.
2017-07-21 at 3:08pm
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Fellows and the CBA
All the provisions are guaranteed.
2017-07-18 at 2:55pm
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Parking Vouchers for P3
Do not pay out of pocket.
2017-07-14 at 12:03pm
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Tenants and Landlords
Questions about renting in Michigan? This guide may help.
2017-07-13 at 11:11am
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New Secondary Care Provider Leave
Details from the new Agreement.
2017-07-06 at 3:00pm
May 2017
April 2017
March 2017
February 2017
January 2017
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HO Call Rooms vs. Med Student Call Rooms
Call rooms set aside for medical students are only to be used by medical students.
2017-01-22 at 11:11am
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Hostile Work Environment
What constitutes a hostile environment?
2017-01-20 at 1:27pm
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Parking Safety
Speak up, especially when your safety is at risk!
2017-01-20 at 1:00pm
December 2016
August 2016
July 2016
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Bargaining Unit to be Clarified
Fellows which were excluded from the bargaining unit may be HOA members in a few months.
2016-07-31 at 3:35am
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Did You Know?
Vacation days are not release days.
2016-07-15 at 3:24pm
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Double Trouble
The Duo "dongle" can be returned for a FULL refund.
2016-07-15 at 12:32pm
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The Curbside Consultation Pathway
Best practices adopted by UMHS.
2016-07-14 at 1:52pm
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Know Your Employment Contract When Taking Time Off
Leave of absence, time away from training when ill; what it means for you.
2016-07-08 at 12:26pm
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Association of American Medical Colleges Data Book
How does your HOA negotiated salary and benefits stack up?
2016-07-02 at 2:00am
June 2016
April 2016
February 2016
January 2016
December 2015
November 2015
October 2015
August 2015
July 2015
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A Message From the House Officer Diversity Network
Please consider getting involved.
2015-07-29 at 11:00am
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HO Discipline and Your Rights
HO Discipline and what it means for you.
2015-07-29 at 10:26am
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Safe Injection Practice
A Needle Stick is an EMERGENCY!
2015-07-13 at 11:24am
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Holiday Pay and Substitution
Observed and Season Days can be confusing.
2015-07-08 at 10:07am
