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Stipends and Benefits

Methodist Health System Surgical Critical Care Program stipends and benefits

Stipend and Benefits – 2020-2021

  • PGY6 - $69,473.77

Vacation

  • Three weeks of vacation per year (total of 20 days)

Sick Leave

  • 10 days sick leave
  • Family and Medical leave – Fellow may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for birth, adoption, or seriously ill family members. Fellows should be aware that all combined leave exceeding 30 days will lengthen the residency beyond the usual expected date of completion in accordance with the ACGME Program guidelines.

Book Allowance

  • Fellows may spend up to $300 per year book allowance from Majors Book Store for medical books. This amount does not include the cost of books supplied by the program or textbooks required for program-related examinations. The fellow receives a $400.00 technology fee that can be used for a smartphone or tablet.

Insurance

  • Professional liability coverage, group life insurance, and disability insurance will be provided by Methodist Health System.
  • Hospitalization insurance for physician and immediate family (spouse and children) will be provided by Methodist Health System, under the Enhanced/Tax Saver Plan. Plan is effective the first day of employment.
  • Dental and vision insurance are an optional benefit for fellows and dependents at Methodist group rates.

Other Benefits

  • $2,000 health care flex spending account
  • Direct deposit of stipend check into a checking or savings account at your bank
  • Meal card for meals during call
  • Lab coats – two per year
  • Free parking in the parking garage
  • Pager
  • Access to Folsom Fitness Center
  • Social functions such as Christmas party, graduation dinner