The Combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics of the Internal Medicine Residency program offers some great benefits. Those selected for the residency program receive the following salary and benefits:
Salary Information
The following is a breakdown of resident salaries for 2023-2024:
- PGY-1 $64,504
- PGY-2 $66,446
- PGY-3 $68,571
- PGY-4 $70,921
Paid Relocation - A "matched student" who moves to Columbus, Ohio from 50 miles or more to begin residency will receive up to $750 to assist with relocation expenses (minus applicable income tax).
Paid Time Off - Three weeks of vacation each academic year. PGY2-4 receive 7 conference days yearly and PGY3 & 4 residents are allowed 7 fellowship/job interview days.
Holiday Break - Additional time off for major holidays based on departmental holiday schedules
Paid Medical Leave - 15 days per year (unused days will accrue) for personal/family illness and bereavement. Maternity/Paternity leave is also offered.
Paid Parking Fees - At Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University. All residents receive an Ohio State faculty parking pass, allowing access to parking garages adjacent to the Medical Center.
Meals and Beverages - Meal allowances are provided for each block.
Academic Fund
For use to cover costs associated with professional meetings, medical books, journals, software and professional memberships.
- $100 - PGY-1
- $550 - PGY-2
- $650 - PGY-3 & 4
Please note that following life support certifications and renewals are sponsored and covered by the program: AAP's Neonatal Resuscitation Course, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Trauma Course
Lab Coats and Scrubs
- 2 Nationwide Children's lab coats
- 2 Ohio State lab coats
- 2 sets of scrubs for each Children's and Ohio State
- Some residents opt for 1 lab coat and 1 fleece for each entity
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center provides free laundry and dry cleaning to all house staff.
Sports Facilities
Ohio State two of the best recreation facilities in the country, the Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC) and a West Campus satellite facility, the Adventure Recreation Center (ARC). Residents at Nationwide Children's Hospital also have access to a workout facility in the Resident Center, or can join the employee gym.
Additional Benefits
Paid Insurance - Personal Malpractice (within confines of residency) Disability Insurance (during residency) Life Insurance (during residency)
Shared Premiums - Employee Health Benefit Plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage
Faculty Appointment - Ohio State Faculty appointment entitles resident to faculty privileges at Ohio State facilities, which includes the use of library copiers, athletic facilities and golf course, and discount passes for Ohio State cultural events.
Paid Licenses - Training Certificates
Memberships - Paid AAP Membership and PREP Subscription, ACP Membership for Interns and National Med-Peds Residency Association, AMA
Lifestyle Spending Account – Residents receive $125 quarterly for an eligible service or expense related to health, fitness, family, emotional and social wellness to help improve overall health by customizing your benefits.