To help give you all the information you need about the University of Michigan Health System, and career opportunities with us, we have provided a list of Frequently Asked Questions. Choose a primary category to view related questions and their answers.
General FAQs
How can I find out if a career in health care is right for me?
If you are interested in pursuing a health care career, there are several ways to begin exploring your options.
If you are a current student, you may want to have someone (or several people) visit your school or event to share their UMHS experience, and details about their specific career.
You can also find out more about the amazing possibilities in healthcare by visiting
Michigan Health Council or
Health Opportunities for Today and Tomorrow.
Our web site also provides a dedicated section that provides more
Information for Students, and additional
FAQs for Students.
Where do you currently have openings? How often should I check for newly posted positions?
Our
careers web site provides a comprehensive list of all jobs currently available with UMHS. New positions become available frequently, and our database is updated regularly.
We recommend you
bookmark our site, and check back often for newly posted positions. Also, by subscribing to our
RSS Feeds, you can have the latest opportunities sent directly to you via the Web.
How do I apply for a job at the University or Health System? Where do I go?
The University of Michigan and UMHS both have an easy-to-use, online application process.
There is a job search module on nearly every page of this site that allows you to quickly search for jobs within the Health System, by keyword, area of specialty or other criteria.
For jobs at the University of Michigan, outside of the health system, we recommend you visit
www.umjobs.org for complete details.
Those seeking temporary positions can stop by Wolverine Tower on State Street in Ann Arbor, for more information, or visit
www.hr.umich.edu/temps. View directions.
Is it possible to have an employment application faxed to me?
No, we no longer have a paper application. Please visit
www.umjobs.org to search and apply for open positions with us.
What if I have questions about a specific job posting?
UMHS has several Employment Offices that can help answer your questions, including:
Health System Human Resources: 734-647-5538
Nurse Recruitment and Retention: 1-877-NURSE-UMHS
Ann Arbor Campus Employment Services: 734-764-6580
Dearborn Campus Personnel: 313-593-5190
Flint Campus Personnel: 810-762-3150
Does the University recommend pre-employment testing? What is the process?
Pre-Employment Program (PEP) testing is recommended for certain entry-level positions at UMHS, mainly Office/Clerical, Administrative, Service Maintenance and Entry Level Allied Health. Selected candidates will receive notification if/when screening is required.
For more information on PEP, visit
http://www.med.umich.edu/umhshr/supervisor/pep.htm
Does UMHS offer jobs that don't require a college degree? Are special certifications required?
While most jobs at UMHS do require previous experience, the typical entry-level position may not require a degree. For a quick reference and more information about what jobs at UMHS might work for you, visit our
Classification website.
How can I learn more about a particular field, or about which colleges/universities offer the kind of education required for a particular job?
If you already know which field of health care you're interested in, it's time to start looking for the college or university that has the courses and/or curriculum needed to reach your goals. A helpful resource while you research is the
Michigan Health Council.
I’m interested in volunteering. What is the time commitment, and how old do you have to be?
We have a variety of volunteer opportunities at UMHS, and even a place where you can find complete
Information for Volunteers , including details and requirements.
In general, volunteers are required to be at least 16 years of age, and commit a minimum of 4 hours per week for a calendar (or school) year.
For more details, contact Volunteer Services directly at (734) 936-4327.
What are the benefits like at UMHS?
At UMHS, we take care of our employees. In fact, our benefits are among the most competitive and comprehensive in the region. For detailed information, visit the
Benefits section of our web site.
What holidays are observed by the University and Health System?
The University of Michigan and UMHS observes the following holidays annually:
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
The Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Day