Residents and fellows receive a generous benefits package, including half-price tuition for family members, a discount for UA athletic events and access to the University’s recreational facilities.
Residents’ Annual Stipend
| First Year | TBD |
| Second Year | TBD |
| Third Year | TBD |
Leave
| Vacation | 10 days per year |
| Holidays | Seven paid holidays per year, plus seven days at the end of December |
| Educational | Five total days taken in the second and third years |
| Sick | 12 days per year |
| Site Visit | Five total days taken in the second or third years |
Wellness / Recreation
- UA’s Employee Assistance Program provides a free assessment, short-term counseling (5 sessions per issue per year), and long-term referral services such as assistance with grief, family conflicts or work related stress
- An established Resident Well-Being Committee that meets monthly and creates activities that address issues/concerns about well-being.
- A counselor is available to residents if needed.
- WellBama: UA’s signature wellness program with free health screenings, wellness seminars, physical activities and cash rewards for participating
Educational
| International Rotation | $1,500 stipend during second or third year. |
| CME Funds | $1,000 for second and third year residents for approved materials. |
| Uworld USMLE Step 3 Question Bank | First year residents are provided with laptops and subscription to Uworld USMLE step 3 question bank. |
Professional
| Licensure | Fees for Alabama state licensure and Controlled Substance licensure provided, including DEA and USMLE Step 3, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Life Support for Obstetrics, and Alabama Board of Family Medicine exams. |
| Professional Organizations | Dues provided for organizations residents are required to join: American Academy of Family Physicians, Alabama Academy of Family Physicians and hospital medical staff |
Additional Benefits
| Relocation | Up to $1,500 provided (subject to tax). |
| Meals | Provided while on call ($196 per month for regular call; $252 per month for night float). Lunches at afternoon lectures. |
| Tuition Grant | Immediate family members may attend The University of Alabama for half-price tuition after six months of employment. |
| UA Benefits | Residents may use services provided by the Alabama Credit Union, receive a staff discount for all UA athletic events (residents are guaranteed a one-ticket football package each year) and may use UA recreational facilities (for a small charge). Flexible spending accounts available. Learn about The University of Alabama’s employee benefits. |
Insurance
| Health Insurance | BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama policy provided at minimal cost; dependent coverage available |
| Term Life Insurance | $50,000 provided |
| Malpractice Insurance | $1 million/$3 million occurrence-type policy provided |
| Disability Insurance | Provided |
| Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance | Provided |