Paid time off is offered to all non-contract employees hired for a position .5 or greater for the purpose of vacation, holiday, religious observances, personal or family business, illness, doctors appointments, or for any other reason deemed appropriate by the employee and approved by the manager.
Employees are eligible for this benefit after having successfully completed the probation period.
Employees
who work an 8-hour shift starting after 12:31 p.m. and before
8:00 p.m. will be eligible for afternoon shift premium.
Employees
who work an 8-hour shift starting after 8:01 p.m. and before
3:01 a.m. will be eligible for night shift premium.
Employees
who work an 8-hour shift beginning with the night shift
on Friday through and including the evening shift on Sunday
will be eligible for weekend shift premium.
A longevity
bonus program was established to recognize those employees
who have an extended period of employment service with MGHS.
Those employees who have been paid for 1,000 hours per anniversary
year for at least 10 years are eligible for a yearly longevity
cash bonus as follows:
* 10 - 14 years: $100
* 15 - 19 years: $200
* 20 - 24 years: $300
* Over 25 years: $400
A year
is an anniversary year in which the employee was paid for
at least 1,000 hours. This benefit is normally paid on the
pay period following the employee's most recent hire date.
Should
you be called to serve on a jury during your regularly scheduled
work time, you will be paid for that day, provided you turn
in the jury duty money paid to you, less travel and reimbursement
expenses, to the Payroll Department.
Should
a death occur in an employee's immediate family, time may
be taken off with pay from scheduled work time during any
of the five calendar days immediately following the death
to attend or make arrangements for the funeral according
to the following:
Note:
A form must be filled out and sent to Payroll documenting
the leave within 3 days of returning.
* Full-time employees: 3 work days
* Regular part-time employees: 2 work days
* Irregular part-time employees: 1 work day
EDUCATIONAL
BENEFITS
Employees
have many different programs available to them in educational
benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for courses,
as well as extensive opportunities for in services and conferences.
*
Tuition Reimbursement (Educational Assistance) (Policy
#200-034)
Any
full-time or regular part-time employee working at least
64 hours per pay period can receive $75.00 (per credit hour),
up to eight credit hours per semester for courses attended.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-034
Conferences (Policy #200-033)
MGHS
holds, sponsors and participates in hundreds of conferences
each year. Many are sponsored by and held at MGHS, while
others may be in the U.P. or available through organizations
outside our area. In addition, Health Services Library and
Education Department have a large inventory of resource
materials, audio and videotapes, and programs covering a
wide range of topics.
Departments
have in services scheduled within their areas, as well as
MGHS-wide education programs set up for all employees.
Employees
are encouraged to participate in the conference and educational
opportunities at all levels.
SOCIAL
SECURITY
In
addition to our retirement plan, MGHS contributes to each
employee's Social Security program in an amount equal to
what you pay as an employee.
WORKER'S
COMPENSATION INSURANCE (Policy #200-035)
Michigan
Hospital Association (MHA) is MGHS's third party administrator
for worker's compensation insurance. If you are injured
on the job, you must:
1. Complete
an unusual occurrence form
2. Tell
your supervisor about the injury
3. Notify
employee health if you require treatment
Seek
emergency treatment if necessary and the unusual occurrence
report can be completed later.
If you
have any questions regarding worker's compensation, please
contact us at
225-3841.
UNEMPLOYMENT
COMPENSATION
Marquette
General Health System participates with the Michigan Unemployment
Compensation Commission as required by law.
HEALTH
CARE PLAN (Policy #200-026)
A comprehensive
MGHS hospitalization plan administered by Blue Cross/Blue
Shield of Michigan is provided, including coverage for office
calls and other benefits under a Preferred Provider Organization.
Full-time and regular part-time (.5) employees are
eligible for this benefit.
MGHS
pays a significant portion of the premium for this benefit.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-026
DENTAL
COVERAGE (Policy #200-100)
Dental
coverage, including orthodontics, is provided to eligible
employees. The dental plan pays 75% of the customary fees
for routine preventative services (teeth cleaning, X-rays,
fluoride treatment), as well as 75% of the customary fees
for filling, crowns, root canals, extractions and repairs
to dentures and bridges. The program pays 50% of the customary
fees for replacement of dentures and bridges. The program
also pays 50% of the orthodontics for patients through age
19, to a maximum benefit of $1,500.
Full-time
and regular part-time (.5) employees are eligible for this
benefit.
MGHS
pays a significant portion of the premium for this benefit.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-100
A comprehensive
vision insurance program is provided by MGHS. It includes
coverage for exams, frames and lenses or contact lenses
on a yearly basis. Full-time and regular part-time employees
are eligible for this benefit.
MGHS
pays the entire premium for the employee. Employees
may elect to add dependents to their contract at their own
expense.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-128
PREMIUM CONTRIBUTION PLAN/FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
(Policy #200-127)
The
Premium Contribution Plan is a voluntary plan which
allows employees to pay their premium contributions for
the health and dental plans, as well as dependent vision
premiums with pre-tax dollars.
Flexible
Spending Accounts - In addition to paying premiums on
a pre-tax basis MGHS also offers flexible spending accounts
to assist employees with paying for certain routine expenses,
increasing disposable income, and gaining tax savings. This
is a voluntary benefit designed to save employees money
by allowing employees to pay for out-of-pocket (uninsured)
medical, dental, vision and hearing care expenses under
a medical reimbursement account and dependent care expenses
under a dependent care reimbursement account, all on a TAX-FREE
basis.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-127 or your summary plan description.
Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance -
Employer Paid LTD - only FTEs 1.0 are eligible for this benefit
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FTE 1.0 - 60% of base; $10,000 monthly max; any occupation (vendor: Sun Life) |
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Directors and above - 70% of base; $10,000 monthly max; own occupation (Vendor: The Harford) |
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Employer paid long term disability benefits are taxable when received |
Voluntary Employee Paid LTD (Vendor: UNUM)
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FTE between .5 and .9 - can purchase voluntary long term disability with 25%, 40%, or 50% options |
Note: Insurance amounts based upon multiples of pay are rounded to the next highest $1,000.
Employer Paid - You will be automatically enrolled in employer paid coverage.
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Basic - Part-time .5 but less than 1.0 FTE = $20,000 |
| * |
Basic - All regular employees 1.0 FTE = 1x salary or $20,000 whichever is greater |
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Basic - Supervisors = 1x salary |
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Basic - Directors = 1.5x salary |
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Basic - AD&D is included
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Note: The guaranteed issue amount for employer paid coverage is $220,000. Anything above this amount would require medical underwriting for approval. The Employee Benefits Office will provide you with the necessary form(s) if this situation applies to you. |
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Employee Paid -
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Supplemental life & AD&D purchase option = 1x, 2x, 3x salary up to a maximum of $500,000 |
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Note: The guaranteed issue amount for employee supplemental life insurance is $250,000 (if under age 60). Anything above this amount will require medical underwriting for approval. The employee Benefits Office will provide you with the necessary form(s) if this situation applies to you. |
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The premium associated with employer paid life insurance in excess of $50,000 is taxable and will show up on your pay stub as non-cash earnings. |
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Dependent life spouse = An amount between $5,000 and $150,000 in increments of $5,000, subject to maximum of 50% of employee supplemental amount. |
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Dependent life child(ren) = An amount between $2,500 and $10,000, in increments of $2,500 for each eligible child. |
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Child eligibility = Unmarried children to age 19, or to age 25 if full-time student |
MGHS
provides a retirement plan for employees. The plan does
not require employee contributions. It is fully funded by
MGHS.
To
become vested in the plan, an employee must be paid for
at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year for five years.
Once vested in the plan, you will be eligible to draw benefits
at normal retirement age (age 65). You may draw benefits
after 10 vested years at a reduced amount as early retirement
(age 55 to 65).
The
amount of your retirement benefit is dependent upon the
number of credited years at MGHS and your final average
earnings. Your retirement benefits are in addition to Social
Security benefits for which you may be eligible.
Multiple
options are available in the plan which can tailor the benefit
to your particular needs at the time of retirement. Once
you are vested, a calculation of your retirement benefits
can be requested through the Employee Benefits Office in
the Human Resources Department.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-028 or summary plan description.
401(k)
PLAN (Policy #200-131)
Retirement Plan (Policy #200-131: Non-RN employees hired 1/1/2006 and all RN employees hired 6/1/07 or later)
MGHS
offers a 401(k) plan to eligible employees matching $1 for
$1 up to a maximum of 4%. Eligible employees who do not
fill out an enrollment form or a waiver of participation
form will be automatically enrolled at 2% contribution into
a balance fund option.
No load
mutual funds and two stability of principal options are
offered through the program. You can view investment options,
balances, and make changes via the Internet at www.pensiontrend.com at 1-888-349-2149. A personalized statement will
be furnished on a quarterly basis depicting the status of
your personal account.
For
additional information including eligibility criteria please
refer to Policy 200-131 or a summary plan description.
DIRECT
DEPOSIT
Your
paycheck may be deposited directly into a checking or savings
account at your financial institution if you choose. Direct
Deposit is available upon request to Payroll, or through Employee Self Serve.
Several
savings plans are available to all employees through payroll
deduction for:
* Credit Unions
* Christmas Clubs
* Savings Bonds
* Bank Savings/Checking Accounts
* Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA)
PRESCRIPTION
DRUG & PHARMACY BENEFITS (Policy #200-032)
All
employees, are eligible
to purchase non-prescription and prescription drugs from
the MGHS's pharmacy.
Non-Prescription: Over-the-counter medications that are available can
be purchased at 30% over MGHS cost.
Prescription: The employee pays 30% of the cost after the first $5.
Preferred
Drug List 2008
Pharmacy
coverage changes (Letter)
Oral
Contraceptive Coverage
Employee
Pharmacy Benefit Booklet
Top of Page
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (Policy #200-116)
A non-judgmental
counseling service for employees and families, providing
help for a wide range of personal problems including:
Marital/divorce
issues
Parenting
Stress
Financial problems and many others.
EAP is a confidential program which provides up to 8 free sessions annually. The office is located at the Peninsula Medical Center in Marquette. For
more information check out the EAP
web page.
The
Bottom Line EAP is there for you to help restore balance
to your personal life and job performance.
HEALTH
CLUB DISCOUNTS
MGHS provides this listing of health clubs in an effort to encourage employees and their family to be healthy. Memberships to health clubs across the region are available at special rates. A participating health club list is updated as needed and is posted on the MGHS web site. Check with the facility of your choice to see if payroll deduction is available. If you are interested in another facility that is not listed, please contact Employee Health & Wellness at 225-3841.
Memberships
to health clubs across the region are available to all employees
at discounted rates.
Complete Discount
Listing
Ishpeming/Negaunee
Marquette/Gwinn
Employee
Health & Wellness (EHW), provides health promotion and
illness prevention services to all of our employees. These
services include, but are not limited to, TB screening,
immunizations, new hire health screening, medical surveillance
for specific job hazards and medical evaluations after exposure
to job hazards, ergonomic evaluations of work sites, and
management of occupational injuries and illnesses.
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Held bimonthly, varying dates and times, watch MGHS today for next opportunity. Offers confidential blood
pressure checks, education, and counseling in the MGHS main
campus Skywalk. Free
Open
Monday through Friday - 7
a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
HYATT
LEGAL
Comprehensive
legal coverage including court appearances, document review
and preparation, debt collection defense, wills, family
matters and real estate matters, is available to employees
on a voluntary basis. Employees who wish to enroll pay a
small monthly fee each month for an entire year and have
no co-pays, deductibles, waiting periods or claim forms.
Marquette
General Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
For
specific questions on benefits, contact the MGHS Employee Benefits Office
at (906) 225-3446 or by email.
You can also fax us at (906) 225-7080.
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