Benefits
Fellow salaries are adjusted annually to remain at or above the average for the southern region of the United States. In addition the fringe benefits are among the best in the nation.
Annual Salary as of July 2007
PGY 4 $44,989
PGY 6 $48,574
Vacation
4 weeks per year (20 working days)
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 deduction) house officers have unlimited
access to cafeteria meals daily. Free on-call meals are available at the
VAMC.
On Call Rooms
On call rooms are provided for all fellows at the University Hospital and
at the VAMC.
Sick Leave
Fellows are allowed up to 10 week days of sick leave per year.
Parking
Free parking for fellows is available in close proximity to both the University
Hospital and Overton Brooks VAMC.
Medical Benefits
Fellows 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 fellows and to their families.
“In-House” Moonlighting
Opportunities are available for the fellows who are progressing satisfactorily
in training and are meeting the conference attendance and administrative
requirements of the program.
Beepers/Clothing
White coats, scrub suits, and beepers are provided free of charge.
Additional Benefits
A fully equipped exercise/weight room is located in the School of Medicine
and is available for use by residents and students. Residents pay a $20.00
refundable deposit and a $10.00 per month use of these facilities.