My First Day

Congratulations! We're excited you’re joining our team!

We put this page together to give you everything you need for a successful first day at Virginia Mason.

• Schedule for New Hire Orientation (your recruiter will confirm dates and times)
• What to bring on your first day
• What to wear at orientation
• Answers to questions new hires frequently have

On the off-chance we missed something, we encourage you to ask your recruiter. And if you’re unable to attend your scheduled orientation, please contact your recruiter as soon as possible.

We look forward to meeting you at New Hire Orientation!

The purpose of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is to improve the health of the people we serve – and this includes our team members. All new hires must attend a health screening as part of their onboarding. View the requirements here.

• You will be contacted by our Employee Health team prior to your start date to review your immunization records. If you do not hear from them by Monday before your start date please contact them directly at 206-583-6439.

Identification documents are required for Virginia Mason to verify your identity and work eligibility on Day 1.

• Click here to see the list of acceptable identification documents. A social security card and driver's license are the most common forms of documentation.
• You already completed the Form I-9 Section 1 electronically. It will be reviewed with your identification documents on Day 1. Corrections/updates can be made then.
• To review the I-9 instructions in more detail, click here.

Virginia Mason is committed to providing the safest possible environment for our team members and patients. We're modifying your New Hire Orientation (NHO) to comply with social distancing guidelines and masks are required.

At Virginia Mason, our patients and their families expect and deserve the very best health care. The way we look helps them know, feel and believe they've come to the right place. That's why it's important to project a professional image. New Hire Orientation is paid work time, so we ask that you dress as you would for a day at work.

Dress in business casual attire (e.g., no shorts, flip flops, or hats.) Take a look at Virginia Mason's Work Appearance Standards to see what's appropriate.

If you're in a hospital or clinical role, see our Apparel Program ordering information and Apparel Program guidelines for what to wear after orientation and classroom training. Until you get your Virginia Mason-branded apparel from our vendor, please wear solid, neutral-colored scrubs (such as gray or navy blue) without designs or other logos while working or training in the clinic/unit. Your hiring manager can also answer questions about what to wear after orientation.

What do I do if I'm late?
If you will be late, please contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We recommend carving out a bit of extra time to get to the orientation early.

Where do I park?
We encourage the use of public transportation. However, if you choose to drive, we will provide parking validation in the Benaroya Garage at 1201 9th Ave.

Please make arrangements for transportation/parking for the remainder of your onboarding beyond Day 1.

What do I have to do before my first day?
Not much! You completed most (or all) of your onboarding paperwork before orientation, so just make sure you bring your identification documents and personal health records with you on your first day. New Hire Orientation is focused on helping you understand Virginia Mason's mission and vision, bring to life our culture now that you're a team member and give you a high-level overview of our organization. No need for lots of research ahead of time, we've worked hard to curate an inspiring first day that answers most the questions you have!

How long will I stay for my first day?
New Hire Orientation is both onsite on Day 1 and virtual. Your recruiter will confirm your start date and HR session time, which will last approximately 1 hour.

Can I request an ADA accommodation?
Absolutely! Contact your recruiter as soon as possible so we can get what you need in place before orientation.

What do I wear after orientation?
If you're not in a hospital or clinical role, your attire should be business casual. Check out the Work Appearance Standards for guidelines.

If you are in a hospital or clinical role, see the Apparel Program ordering information and Apparel Program guidelines. You'll get an annual apparel allotment and will receive instructions on placing an order through our vendor, SmartScrubs. Until you get your Virginia Mason-branded apparel from SmartScrubs, please wear solid, neutral-colored scrubs (such as gray or navy blue) without designs or other logos while working or training in the clinic/unit.

What if there is snow or severe weather on orientation day
In the case of snow or severe weather, the status of in-person classes may be canceled/rescheduled. We will follow King County Metro̠s bus service. If we experience inclement weather in our area please monitor the King County Metro website to determine if your class is impacted. If downtown Seattle is listed as:

Green or Yellow

• Classes will be offered as scheduled

Red or Blue

• Classes are canceled

In the event a class is canceled we will reach out to you to reschedule you for another date/time. If we encounter severe weather during a scheduled class and Metro updates their website, classes may be dismissed early.

What if I have questions about my benefits?
Our friendly folks at HR Shared Services (Virginia Mason's 411 for HR questions) would be happy to answer them. Please reach out to them at [email protected] or 206-223-6757. You'll also learn about your benefits at New Hire Orientation and can ask questions then, too.

Who do I contact with questions?
We love questions! Please contact ...

• Your recruiter if you have questions about your offer letter, your availability to attend New Hire Orientation, your eligibility for benefits, or your need an ADA accommodation.
• Your hiring manager if you have questions about your schedule outside of orientation, your work location, or what you should wear after orientation.
• HR Shared Services if you have questions about benefits in general. You can reach them at [email protected] or 206-223-6757.