General Resident Information & Benefits

Employment Benefits

• • 3 weeks vacation plus sick leave
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance: Residents and dependents receive plans at a favorable rate
  • Dental insurance is available at group rates
  • Professional liability insurance provided at no charge with tail coverage
  • Life insurance and short-term disability insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance - Free $25,000 coverage for resident
  • Long Term Disability provided at no cost to resident
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) $375 annual employer matching see maximum ($750 for family)
    • *must be enrolled in Consumer Choice HSA. J1 Via holders are not eligible
  • Parental Leave
    • Extended medical/parental/caregiver leave
  • GME lounge stocked with meals and snacks (WMCG & VA)
  • Augusta University Discount Program
    • USG Perks at Work
  • Mental Health Counseling
    • Employ Faculty Assistance Program (EFAP)
    • KEPRO 24/7/365
  • Parking is provided at no cost.
  • 2 embroidered lab coats in PGY-1 year

Professional Benefits

• Educational stipend of $200 for PGY-1
• $250 dedicated toward local ACP competition and travel
• $1500 dedicated toward travel stipends for residents who present research at conference.
• Complete MKSAP board preparation series (at beginning of PGY-1)
• ITE- In-service Training Exam yearly-fees paid.
• Associate membership to American College of Physicians (ACP)
• Subscription to the Annals of Internal Medicine
• BLS and ACLS Certification and re-certification
• Leadership conference- PGY-2 categorical

Additional Perks

• Lunches provided at many noon conferences
• Great membership rates available at Augusta University Campus Recreation Center