General Surgery

General Information | Current Residents | Benefits

Lectureships | Simulation Center

RESIDENT SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary scales and fringe benefits are commensurate with those of other university hospitals in the South. Residents are provided professional liability coverage for activities for or on behalf of the hospital within the scope of the residency training programs.

2008-2009

PGY 1 $43,040
PGY 2 $44,096
PGY 3 $45,355
PGY 4 $46,613
PGY 5 $47,872
PGY 6 $50,130
PGY 7 $51,388

Hospitalization insurance coverage is provided for residents without charge and is effective on the date of employment. Two-party coverage and family plan hospitalization is available. Group life insurance is available
at a reduced rate. Accident, catastrophic illness, cancer care, intensive care, dental, vision and disability insurance are also available. Residents participate in the State of Mississippi Optional Retirement Program. This Optional Retirement Program involves residents depositing 7.25% of their gross salaries into an individually controlled, tax deferred retirement plan. The State of Mississippi makes a matching 7.25% contribution. Residents may choose from a variety of investment portfolios offered by several vendors. A special tax deferred annuity plan is available through the Comptroller’s office.

Parking for residents is free.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center offers equal opportunity in employment and education, M/F/V/H

 
 

This page last modified on August 8, 2008