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Benefits and Stipends

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in the USF Health Internal Medicine Residency Program. We invite you to explore our website, which provides comprehensive information about our program.

Our program is a fully accredited three-year Internal Medicine residency. We take pride in our residents' success, with many matching into competitive fellowships or securing positions as hospitalists and primary care physicians nationwide. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our board passage rates, and we are dedicated to training the next generation of physicians.

Dr. Oller exemplifies the leadership and dedication that define our program. As Program Director, she is an exceptional teacher and clinician who values resident input and has a clear vision for the program's future. Supported by a dedicated team of associate program directors and faculty, Dr. Oller ensures a collaborative and supportive learning environment. Our residents consistently express high regard for our leadership and faculty.

We hope you will consider USF Health Internal Medicine as your residency home. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We wish you success and growth as you advance in your medical career.

Sincerely,

Chantal Vazquez
Assistant Director
Internal Medicine Residency Program

Benefits & Perks

Pay and benefits (which include health insurance) are very competitive. The USF GME Resident & Fellow Handbook has detailed information about annual stipends and benefits, as well as information on various policies, benefits and services available and applicable to residents. The USF GME website also summarizes the requirements and standards for all GME trainees.  

    • PGY-1: $69,364        

    • PGY-2: $71,424         

    • PGY-3: $73,991

    • For the most up-to-date salary information, please visit the USF GME Housestaff Stipends page.

    • All residents receive 20 weekdays of vacation per academic year. Vacation days can be used flexibly, so residents can allocate their vacation days in any way they choose on qualifying rotations.        

    • Residents are allotted 15 sick days per academic year, which can be taken in half-days if applicable.       

    • Residents will receive compensated parental/medical/caregiver leave per qualifying event up to a maximum of 10 days per academic year.       

    • Residents have 5 days per year to attend medical conferences.

    • At Tampa General Hospital, residents receive preloaded meal debit cards at the start of the year. The amount on the card is calculated based on time during the year at the hospital.      
    • At the James A Haley Veterans’ Hospital residents on call and on ICU will receive meal vouchers.       
    • At Moffitt Cancer Center residents on nights will receive meal vouchers.
    • Step 3 Exam:

      • All interns are given 6 month access to UWorld for the Step 3 examination

      • USF GME provides full reimbursement for Step 3 registration for residents that will be employed by USF for at least two years.

    • Internal Medicine Boards:

      • All categorical interns are given the MKSAP Digital Internal Medicine Core Curriculum, to be used throughout residency

      • All categorical residents in their PGY3 year are given a 1-year access to UWORLD for the ABIM examination

    • Conferences:

      • Residents can apply for reimbursement of conference registration, hotel, airfare, poster printing costs, up to $1,750 per conference presentation

  • As part of your compensation package, health insurance is provided for all residents.

    The benefits package also includes malpractice coverage, group life insurance, and group disability insurance. Spouse and dependent coverage may be added through the State of Florida benefits program for an additional cost. Residents may also elect optional benefits, including dental, vision, and supplemental life and disability insurance.

    The State of Florida offers comprehensive health coverage through a variety of health plans designed to meet the needs of you and your family. These plans emphasize preventive care and provide access to healthcare services when needed. Available options include Standard PPO, Standard HMO, High-Deductible PPO, and High-Deductible HMO plans.

    Residents enroll and manage their benefits through People First in accordance with State of Florida eligibility and enrollment guidelines.

    • Residents have free membership to the TGH Health and Wellness Center, and access to the mini-gym in the TGH GME Workroom.

    • Residents have access to a gym at the VA which is connected to Moffitt

    • Moffitt offers on site fitness opportunities, including a walking club and yoga classes. Especially popular with clinicians is the Moffitt Mindfulness class.

    • Resident Assistance Program (RAP) offers up to 8 visits per year for you/each of your dependents at no charge to assist with multiple areas of concern such as work/life balance, relationship struggles, substance use or dependency, grief or loss, legal or financial concerns and more.

    • As a USF resident, you may receive a voucher for cab fare or reimbursement of Uber/Lyft from hospital to home if you feel fatigued - regardless of the length of the shift you’ve worked.

    • Moonlighting is available for PGY2 and PGY3 residents who are in good standing.
    • Note: Moonlighting/OA employment malpractice insurance coverage is not provided by GME as part of the USF Health Self Insurance Program and is the responsibility of the resident participating in moonlighting/OA.