Housestaff Officers have an obligation in the matter of resignation. Except in the case of resignation for health or other reasons beyond the control of the Housestaff Officer, it is expected that he/she shall continue to serve the term of his/her appointment.
Housestaff Officers returning" from assignment at a Veterans Administration Hospital shall be eligible for health and hospital benefits without the normal two (2) month waiting period (per section 1). Eligibility shall be consistent with all other appropriate regulations. Housestaff Officers whose initial assignment is at a Veterans Administration Hospital must complete the normal two (2) month waiting period (per section 1) beginning with their commencement on the payroll of the University. The University shall designate an individual who will be available, upon request, to assist affected Housestaff Officers in maintaining continuity of health and hospital insurance. It is understood and agreed between the parties that the cost of maintaining continuity of health and hospital benefits coverage (securing a non-group or individual contract) shall be borne entirely by the Housestaff Officer. The University agrees to provide affected employees with a timely written reminder of the need to arrange for continuity of health and hospital benefits coverage.
