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Unique Features & Benefits

Residents receive 21 days of annual leave per year through institutional guidelines. They also receive 21 days of sick leave per year. The Chief Resident and Program Director arranges a schedule which covers residents who are on vacation, who are ill, or who are on a leave of absence.

Unique Features

  • Six residents a year, over 3,500 deliveries per year
  • Centering Program
  • Baby Friendly Hospital
  • High Risk OB supported by a Level 3 NICU
  • Elective rotation: regional or national
  • EMIGS (Essentials in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery) certification
  • Educational Allotment for scientific meetings
  • Mentoring program

Benefits

PGY Base Salary 2025-2026 Base Salary 2026-2027
PGY1 $61,935 $65,614
PGY2 $64,151 $67,118
PGY3 $66,221 $69,172
PGY4 $69,299 $71,757
  • Quality Improvement Incentives over 4% in addition to base salary
  • Annual Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Free cell phone and service plan
  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • Maternity Leave
  • Meal Card Program and Weekend Vouchers
  • New lab coat & jacket
  • Paid parking & assistance with Step 3
  • Professional Leave of Absence
  • Sick Leave
  • Wellness Center membership (Spouses receive discount)
  • Housing stipend for rural elective

For a complete list of benefits including health and dental, please review the MUSC GME Resident Handbook