General Resident Information & Benefits
Benefits & Perks
Employment Benefits
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- 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
- 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
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