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Benefits
Resident salaries are adjusted annually to remain at or above the average
for the southern regions of the United States. In addition, the fringe benefits
are among the best in the nation.
Annual Salary as of July 2008
PGY-1 $44,167.71 |
PGY-4 $49,030.43 |
PGY-2 $45,466.79 |
PGY-5 $50,720.05 |
PGY-3 $47,126.13 |
PGY-6 $45,937.44 |
Pay Days are every other Friday
Vacation
| PGY-1 |
3 weeks/year |
| Upper levels |
4 weeks/year |
Malpractice Insurance
Liability coverage is provided free of charge by the State of
Louisiana or the Department of Veterans Affairs for all duties performed
in the context of the training program.
Meals
For $20.00 per month (through payroll deductions) house officers have
$250.00 of cafeteria meals monthly. Free On-Call meals are available at Overton Brooks VAMC
On-Call Rooms
On-Call rooms are provided for all residents at the University
Hospital and at the Overton Brooks VAMC.
Sick Leave
House Officers are allowed up to 2 weeks of sick leave per year.
Parking
Free parking for residents is available in close proximity to
both the University Hospital and Overton Brooks VAMC.
Medical Benefits
House Officers and their immediate families are eligible for all
university group insurance programs including health/major medical insurance,
disability, and life insurance. Prescription medications are provided free
of charge to the House Officers and to their families.
Beepers/Clothing
White coats, scrub suits, and beepers are provided free of charge.
Other Benefits
Personalized prescription pads are provided free of charge.
Free library copy cards.
Notary services are available on the premises for a nominal fee.
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