Whether you prefer a suburban neighborhood, a country landscape or city living, chances are likely you'll find a lifestyle to your liking within a short drive of your workplace.
WellSpan teaching hospitals are in affordable small-town communities that are centrally located within easy driving distance of Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, DC.
Residency stipend levels
R-1 $66,873
R-2 $69,713
R-3 $74,082
R-4 $77,564
R-5 $79,685
Fellowship stipend levels
First year $83,734
Second year $87,204
Third year $96,209
Moving expenses
Your moving expenses are reimbursed up to $500.
Pre-tax spending accounts
You’ll have the opportunity to pay for healthcare and childcare on a pre-tax basis.
Residency PTO (paid time off)
R-1 12 days
R-2 12 days
R-3 17 days
R-4 17 days
R-5 17 days
Fellowship PTO (paid time off)
First year 17 days
Second year 17 days
Third year 17 days
Educational leave
All levels will receive five days of educational leave.
Interview time
- All levels will receive five days throughout residency.
- Thereafter, you’ll be charged 1/2 PTO per one interview day.
Educational allowances
R-1 $1,600 (dental and preliminary general surgery)
R-1 $1,850 (all others)
R-2 $1,500
R-3 $1,500
R-4 $1,650
R-5 $1,700
Leave of absence
- WellSpan’s leave of absence policy applies to all residents and fellows.
- Family medical leave will be provided for up to 12 weeks.
- Short-term disability will be provided.
403(b) Retirement Benefits
- Beginning January 1, 2025, residents will be eligible to receive the employer matching and nonelective contributions from WellSpan – providing up to 6% of pay being deposited into residents’ 403(b) plans per year
- Non-elective contributions do not require enrollment in the 403b plan, but residents must complete one year of service and 1,000 hours worked to be eligible.
- Employer Match: 50% on the first 4% of compensation
- Non-elective: 4% of compensation
Malpractice insurance
WellSpan will provide you with malpractice insurance.
Health insurance
We offer the following health plans:
- WellSpan Plus (POS/PPO)
- WellSpan Standard (POS/PPO)
- WellSpan High Deductible (HDHP)
You'll pay a portion of the premium.
Other insurances
- We provide dental and vision insurance. You'll pay a portion of the premium.
- You'll receive free disability and term life insurance.
- We offer voluntary group auto, home and pet insurance with easy access and competitive rates.
Living quarters
- On-call quarters are furnished in the hospital.
- You're responsible for arranging your permanent residence.
Meals
- You’ll receive a swipe card on July 1.
- Dental residents will receive $1,680 per academic year (July 1 through June 30) for meals.
- All other residents and fellows will receive $2,400 per academic year (July 1 through June 30) for meals.
Childcare referral service
Our contracted vendor can assist you if you need childcare in the community.
Laundry
- Lab coats are provided.
- We’ll launder lab coats for free per OSHA regulation.
Parking
Parking is free for residents and fellows.
Philip Hoover, M.D. Library
You'll have the benefit of professional librarians, free literature searches and 24-hour access.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
You and your immediate family members will have access to confidential counseling.
Family Help Fund
Our fund provides no-interest loans and grants for family emergencies.
Recreation
You'll have access to recreational options made available by the Employee Recreation Association.
