The Wertheim College of Medicine offers all residents and fellows competitive benefits, insurance and wellness packages upon acceptance into their desired program.
2025-26 Salaries
| Year | Salary |
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| PGY1 | $68,000 |
| PGY2 | $71,000 |
| PGY3 | $74,000 |
| PGY4 | $77,000 |
| PGY5 | $80,000 |
| PGY6 | $83,000 |
| PGY7 | $86,000 |
| PGY8 | $89,000 |
*Subject to review each spring.
Benefits Summary and Trainees Monthly Cost
Benefits | FIU Coverage | For more details: |
Medical Coverage | Aetna (HMO) and Florida Blue (PPO)
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Prescription Drug | Optum RX | |
Dental Insurance |
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Vision Insurance | Humana
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Life Insurance | Securian
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Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts |
| Visit myBenefits Savings and Spending Accounts for more details |
Retirement Plans | State University Retirement Plan (SUSORP)
Note: All trainees must enroll in SUSORP | |
Retirement Voluntary Plans |
| Visit FIU HR's Benefits (Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan) |
Disability Plans | Gabor | |
Supplemental Plans |
| Visit myBenefits Other Supplemental Plans for more details |
Voluntary Plans | Gabor ASPCA/SPOT | Visit Gabor Financial Solutions and Spot Pet Insurance |
Tuition Waiver | 10 credits (dependents) | 6 credits (employees) | |
Paid Leave | 20 days of paid leave from the program, may be adjusted by the program director | Leave as per program-specific policy |
Leave of Absence | FMLA, Medical, Personal, Parental, Professional Development, Military | Leave as per program-specific policy |
Wellness/Well-being | Access to Office of Employee Assistance: Virtual self-screening, confidential mental and behavioral health counseling | |
Meal Allowance | $1,500 per year |
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Scholarly Activity Allowance | $1,500 per year |
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Educational Incentive | Provided as approved by the program director for exams and licensing |
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Life Support Certification | Provided at no cost |
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Cell Phone Allowance | $90 per month |
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Apparel Provision | Two white coats and one jacket will be provided along with stipends for PGY2+ |
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Mileage/Travel Reimbursement | Provided for travel away from a primary site per state guidelines |
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*Health insurance starts on the first day of the month following employment. Gap coverage is available.