House officers receive an extensive range of benefits through the University of Chicago Hospitals. The following is only a brief outline of these currently available benefits.

Health Insurance - House officers may choose from one of three health plans. The current cost for these plans varies from $0 to $83 per month for single coverage and $93 and $151 for family coverage.

Dental Insurance - (Optional participation) This managed-care plan provides comprehensive dental benefits to house officers through a network of private practice dentists. The plan allows House officers the option of enrolling in either a DMO or PPO plan. Coverage is free for a House Officer choosing single coverage in the DMO plan. Monthly coverage for the PPO plan ranges from $11.22 - $49.95.

Life Insurance - a variety of options - free for $20,000 of coverage.

Personal Accident - (Optional participation) This insurance provides coverage for an accidental injury that results in the death or dismemberment of a house officer or family member. Single or family coverage options are available and the coverage amounts range from $20,000 to $500,000. The cost varies depending on the principle sum.

Long-Term Disability - No cost to residents

HIV Benefits - if occupationally acquired, house offers are entitled to a lump sum of $150,000 within six months of the exposure incident.

Vacation - four weeks paid per year.

Sick Leave - five days paid per year.

Medical Leave - four weeks paid for medical or maternity purposes.

Housestaff spouses, domestic partners and unmarried dependent children qualify for tuition remission (one-half the full tuition) at any University of Chicago school.

Competitive Salaries

Additional benefits include: flexible spending accounts, workers' compensation, supplemental retirement annuities, the employee assistance program, Family Medical Leave Act, leave of absence, funeral leave, educational meeting leave, lab coats, reduced parking rates, and meal tickets when on call overnight. More information about benefits will be provided to house officers during orientation. If you need assistance before then, please call the office of housestaff affairs at (773) 702-6760.