The salary level of Housestaff Officers is based upon the appropriate Post Graduate Year (PGY) in the appointed residency training program, according to specialty or subspecialty Board requirements for certification. Only previous training required for certification in the current specialty or subspecialty will be considered in making this determination.
Housestaff are paid bi-weekly, receiving 26 paychecks per year. Salaries for July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 are:
Salaries for July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 are:
| Program |
Level |
Annual |
Biweekly |
| Medical/Dental |
PGY 1 |
$49,134 |
$1,890
|
| Chaplain |
PGY 1 |
$30,001 |
$1,154
|
| Pharmacy |
PGY 1 |
$44,326 |
$1,705
|
| Clinical Psychology |
PGY 1 |
$32,204 |
$1,239 |
Policies and Benefits applicable to Housestaff include:
Promotion
Housestaff appointments are made for no more than one year and are renewed based upon the recommendation of the appropriate clinical department chair.
Liability Insurance
All residents of the Medical Center are provided malpractice insurance. This policy provides coverage for alleged acts of medical negligence (both commission and omission) only if the alleged negligent act was performed in the scope of employment at the University of Virginia Medical Center or one of its affiliated health care facilities. Coverage is not extended for employment opportunities which you seek or arrange on your own (i.e., moonlighting). Additional information is contained in the Housestaff Manual.
Temporary Licensure
All medical housestaff are required to obtain an Intern and Residency Training License in the State of Virginia to practice while employed in an internship/residency/fellowship training program. Practice under this license is confined strictly to persons who are bonafide patients within the hospital or who receive treatment and advice in an organized outpatient department of the hospital. Intern and Residency Training licenses are issued annually. The license fee is paid by the hospital and issuance/renewal is coordinated by the Graduate Medical Education Office. Information on securing a permanent medical license may be obtained from the Virginia Board of Medicine in Richmond.
Health Insurance
Available for housestaff and their dependents. Current premium rates (cost to employee) are:
|
University of Virginia Housestaff Health Plan - MAMSI |
||
| Coverage |
HMO - Optimum Choice |
PPO - Bronze 20 |
| Individual Employee Plus One Family |
$0 |
$33.73 |
Dental Benefits
See flyer for information about reduced rates on dentistry services through the UVa Department of Dentistry.
Vacations and Leaves of Absence
Members of the Housestaff should be allowed three weeks of vacation time (unless otherwise specified by their department chair) and up to two weeks of sick leave time per year subject to the approval of the department chair and/or program director. Beyond this, exceptional cases will be considered on an individual basis. In this regard, up to four weeks of additional leave time may be granted only when both Hospital Administration and department chair agree that the circumstances are exceptional. The complete policy is available in the GME Office or the Housestaff Manual.
Disability Insurance
Provided for all housestaff at no cost through UNUM. For both partial and full disability, pays 70% of current salary after a 90-day elimination period.
Life Insurance
Provided for all housestaff at no cost through The Guardian. Provides coverage at 1.5 times salary.
Parking & Annual Cash Benefit
All residents are provided an annual cash benefit intended to be used for reimbursement of UVa parking fees; however, the benefit may be used for athletic membership or the cafeteria meal card. The cash benefit is based on the annual cost of parking and is added to resident earnings via a biweekly payroll adjustment. The cash benefit is applied to 24 pay periods and is received as a fixed amount which is added to gross income. If the benefit is applied for UVa parking reimbursement, it is not taxed.
All residents wishing to park motor vehicles on University of Virginia property must obtain a parking permit and pay a monthly parking fee. Parking permits are issued for one year and must be renewed annually.
Resident Parking Areas: The Medical Center Parking Operations Office assigns parking to any resident upon request. Parking assignments are made in any of the Medical Center lots where space is available or in satellite locations. UVa provides an ETA Shuttle that operates from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and will transport residents to their parking area. Please call 2-1600 to arrange transportation.
Buses: The Department of Parking and Transportation operates a transit bus system (UTS) that serves the Central Grounds, the Health System, and the satellite parking areas (Scott Stadium, Emmet/Ivy Garage and U-Hall). The Charlottesville Transit Service (CTS) offers free bus rides to all UVA employees when a valid UVa ID is presented.
Motorcycles: Motorcycles are considered motor vehicles in the University parking system. Residents may purchase a standard or reserved area permit for a motorcycle, as applicable. There are areas designated for motorcycle parking. A map is available from the Department of Parking and Transportation.
There are a finite number of spaces reserved for use by housestaff members. The Medical Center Parking Operations Office makes all lot assignments and the majority of changes occur annually on July 1st. A waiting list for changing your parking assignment is maintained by the Medical Center Parking Operations Office. You may place your name on this list at any time by contacting Ruby Curnish (924-5147 or email rhr@virginia.edu). Please provide the following information:
- Name
- Department
- PGY level
- Current Parking Lot
- Parking Lot Desired (please note that the East Garage is no longer available for new assignments)
Parking Tickets: Parking tickets must be paid or appealed within seven days after receipt. Forms and instructions for submitting an appeal are available in the GME Office or you may appeal online.
Permits remain the property of the University of Virginia and are subject to removal and repossession by University authorities for abusing parking privileges or failing to pay parking fines or bills. Unpaid traffic fines or bills from previous periods are justification for refusal to issue the next year's parking permits to University personnel. Residents will not receive certification of completion of training if they have any outstanding fines or bills.
UVa Parking & Transportation | Parking Regulations
Uniforms and Laundering of Uniforms
Provided at no cost through Linen Services, Level 0, University Hospital.
On-Call Support
On-call rooms are provided to all services based on need and usage.
Housestaff Lounge
A lounge for housestaff members only is available on Level 6 East, Room 6405, of University Hospital. The door combination can be obtained from the Graduate Medical Education Office.
Gym Facilities
A small gym with workout equipment, available to housestaff and medical students, is located on the 2nd floor of Davis wing in the Hospital West complex. The door combination can be obtained from the GME Office.
University Intramural Facilities
Housestaff members are eligible to purchase a University Intramural Pass at a cost of $207.00 per year (a $50 subsidy is given to reduce the regular $257 annual membership cost). Spouses are not eligible or the discount but may obtain membership at regular cost.
Copy Card
One 350-count copy card is provided to each housestaff member per year by the Graduate Medical Education Office.
Prescription Pads
Pre-printed prescription pads are provided to all medical housestaff reflecting name, pre-assigned hospital identification number, and DEA number. Prescription pads provided by the Graduate Medical Education Office.
Library Resources
The Claude Moore Health Sciences Library provides numerous resources for housestaff, including MEDLINE, Computer Lab, etc.
Moonlighting
The Graduate Medical Education Committee of the Medical Center believes that moonlighting by Housestaff members is generally inconsistent with the educational objectives of their training. However, because the need for extramural professional activities may vary according to the educational objectives of the clinical departments to which residents are assigned, each Department Chair is required to determine the appropriateness of such activities within the Department's educational objectives and to incorporate these activities into the residents' programs.
High Risk/Safety Sensitive Drug and Alcohol Screening
The University of Virginia has a vital interest in providing a safe environment for its students, employees, patients, and visitors. It is the intent and goal of University policy to provide a supportive process for intervention and rehabilitation while also protecting the working and learning environment. This policy authorizes drug and alcohol testing of University personnel performing in safety-sensitive positions when there is reason to be concerned for drug or alcohol use. This policy can be obtained in the Graduate Medical Education Office or on the web at: www.hrs.virginia.edu/Policies/emplrel/drgalchscreen.html.
Counseling Services
The pressures and demands of medical training can be stressful both to the individual and to relationships. Evaluation and treatment services are available through a number of resources. Should services be desired, contact the Graduate Medical Education Office or the Faculty & Employee Assistance Program.
Sexual and Other Forms of Harassment
The Medical Center is committed to providing a work environment that is free from harassment, intimidation or retaliation in any form. Insulting words, jokes or actions based on an individual's sex, race ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated. This policy can be obtained in the Graduate Medical Education Office or at: http://www.hrs.virginia.edu/policies/emprel/harassment.html
Grievance Procedure
Available upon request in the Graduate Medical Education Office. Every resident has the right to due process.
Federal Health Care Program Exclusions
Individuals: 1) who are listed as excluded on the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General's "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" or on the General Services Administration "List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non-Procurement Programs" or 2) who have been convicted of a crime related to the provision of health care items or services for which one may be excluded under 42 USC 1320a-7(a) (an "excludable crime", i.e. criminal offenses related to governmentally financed health care programs, including health care fraud; criminal abuse or neglect of patients; or felony controlled substance convictions related to the provision of health care) cannot provide patient care reimbursable under federal health care programs (e.g., Medicare and Medicaid) and are subject to suspension with or without pay and/or dismissal from the UVa residency program. Housestaff must immediately notify the Graduate Medical Education Office if they receive, or have previously received prior to enrollment in the program, any notice of exclusion or proposed exclusion.
The Health System Policy Manual and the Graduate Medical Trainee Manual contain policies governing the operation of the Health System and your positions as Residents and Fellows. Knowledge of and compliance with these policies is required. Copies of the Health System Policy Manual can be found in various locations within your department and on all patient care units. You should consult your Chief Resident or Program Director for these locations. Both manuals are available on-line.
The information provided herein represents a brief summary of current policies and procedures, benefits, and responsibilities. More detailed information can be obtained from the Graduate Medical Trainee Manual (also available in the GME Office). All housestaff members will be notified, in writing, of any changes in the above benefits.