Announcements & News

• Upcoming COVID19 Vaccination Deadlines

  As we navigate the changing nature of COVID-19, we are constantly learning more about the virus and its variants as the landscape continues to evolve.
• Baltimore Ravens Give Back to UMMS Health Care Heroes

  The Baltimore Ravens are offering PSL discounts for all of our UMMS Health Care Heroes for your continued dedication and service to the community. Check out more info on this exclusive offer

• Message from Dr. Suntha: Covid-19 Vaccine Participation Mandate

  Starting September 1, 2021, UMMS will require COVID-19 vaccination for all current and new team members, Medical Staff, and partners, including contractors, volunteers, and students. For UMMS leaders at the manager level and above, this new requirement begins on August 1, 2021. Those individuals who choose not to receive the vaccine by these dates will be required to participate in weekly COVID-19 testing. If you've gotten your vaccine outside of UMMS, please complete this form.
• Important Information on Masking and Move to Level Yellow

  This week, we are excited to announce that, due to an increase in vaccinations and a decrease in community infection rates, UMMS will move to Phase I of Level Yellow for both our infection prevention practices and our Strict Patient Safety (Care Partner) policy, effective Thursday, June 3.
• UMMS COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance

  Get the latest updates and information on our COVID vaccine efforts.

  -  Important Booster Update and Quick Reference Guide
                                  - Covid-19 Team Member Webinar
  - COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate See FAQs
  - Vaccinated Outside of UMMS? Complete This Form
  - 13 Good Reasons to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
  

• Updates to COVID-19 Pay and PTO Policies

  Now, as our COVID-19 volumes decrease and we enter a new phase of our COVID-19 response, we have updated three pandemic policies related to administrative pay, premium pay and PTO that reflect the stability of our current situation across the System.
• UMMS COVID-19 Resources

  Review updates regarding UMMS approach to COVID-19 preparedness and response.
  - Updates to IP Policies
  - Changes to Patient Testing Approach (umms.org)
  - Level Yellow for Visitor Policy& Infection Prevention
  - Bivalent Booster Available to Team Members
  - Revised Return to Work Guidance
  - Booster Shots Quick Reference Guide
  - Employee Wellness and Support

  
  
• Dr. Suntha: UMMS Better State of Care

  Dr. Suntha announced the launch of UMMS bold, new brand campaign. The campaign, entitled “Better State of Care,” positions UMMS as the one health system that is truly focused on the health of Marylanders.