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Resident/Fellow Salary & Benefit Document

Heersink School of Medicine Resident Page

Vacation/Sick Leave
Residents and fellows receive 3 work weeks (15 working days) of vacation per year. They are also entitled to 3 work weeks (15 sick days) per year.

Leave of Absence
Residents and fellows receive 12 work weeks for leave of absence.

Administrative Leave
Administrative leave may be granted for the presentation of papers/posters at national society meetings and for attending such meetings without presentation. Maximum administrative leave is two weeks per year.

Education/Travel Fund
Residents receive $1,000.00 per year for books and/or travel that enhance academic achievement.

Presentation Expenses
The department may provide funds to cover expenses when a resident is presenting a paper or poster at a national meeting. Covered expenses include travel, hotel for day before and day of presentation, and registration fees. Advance permission is required.

Lab Coats/Scrubs
Lab coats and scrubs are provided.

Parking
Parking for Residents is covered 100 percent.

Insurance
Medical malpractice insurance is provided. Group health insurance plans are available, and premiums are payroll deducted.