Residency Programs

Salary and Benefits

The total annual compensation package includes all bonuses, reimbursements, incentives for boards and other materials. Medical license and board exam reimbursement varies by specialty.

Compensation and benefits

Deductions may be made for applicable benefits and taxes. 

 PGY-1PGY-2PGY-3PGY-4
Salary$88,000$90,640$93,359$96,160
Meal allowance (applicable at Adventist Health White Memorial only; non-reimbursable)$36/day$36/day$36/day$36/day
Insurance (medical and dental)Coverage for resident, resident's spouse/domestic partner and their dependent child(ren).
Long term disability and life insuranceCoverage for basic term life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Wellness program24/7 Access to Mental Health Services as described in Thrive Works & Tend Health program(s) plus an annual program retreat and other wellness activities.

Reimbursable expenses paid after the effective date

Payable only as a direct reimbursement for documented expenses incurred after the Resident has been selected by Hospital through the National Resident Matching Program. In the Director of Medical Education’s sole discretion, certain reimbursement may be offered to Residents transferring to Hospital after the PGY-1 year.

 PGY-1PGY-2PGY-3PGY-4
Step III examOne-time reimbursement for Step III exam (application fee only)   
Postgraduate training licenseOne-time reimbursement for postgraduate training license fee   
DEA licenseOne-time reimbursement for DEA license fee   
DEA license renewal   One-time reimbursement for DEA license renewal (OB/GYN only)
California medical license (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and OB/GYN only) One-time reimbursement for full/transition license
California medical license (DPM only) Annual reimbursement for full license for DPM residentsAnnual reimbursement for full license for DPM residents 
Education and equipment allowance (reimbursement for equipment, UpToDate subscription, books/study materials, other professional subscriptions/dues/fees)$1,700 (equipment limit $700)$1,000 (equipment limit $500)$1,000 (equipment limit $500)$1,000 (equipment limit $500)
Board prep allowance (one-time reimbursable expense; at program director's discretion) One-time 100% reimbursement for Board Prep Course (Podiatry only)One-time 100% reimbursement for Board Prep Course (Family Medicine and Internal Medicine only)One-time 100% reimbursement for Board Prep Course (OB/GYN only)
Conference attendance Up to five (5) days and four (4) nights for professional conference attendance for research presentation. Conference registration & travel expenses are payable only as a direct reimbursement for documented expenses.
Outside rotation housing (required rotations only)Reimbursement for documented expenses associated with accommodation for required rotations at facilities located more than 45 miles from Adventist Health White Memorial. This benefit is only applicable to required rotations not offered at Adventist Health White Memorial or affiliated Medical Groups.

Other bonuses and stipends

Deductions may be made for applicable benefits and taxes.

 PGY-1PGY-2PGY-3PGY-4
Outside rotation meals (required rotations only)Residents will receive $250/ week meal stipend when assigned required rotations at facilities outside Adventist Health White Memorial and affiliated medical groups. This benefit is only applicable to required rotations not offered at Adventist Health White Memorial or affiliated Medical Groups.  

Benefits

Resident benefits include:

  • Call rooms: We have individual and private call rooms, either with private showers or shower-adjacent, for all residents on-call. Each call room is equipped with a computer.
  • Day care: We offer day care services on-site for infants at a reasonable rate.
  • Electronic medical records
  • Housing: Housing is available on hospital grounds. Most residents live in nearby communities of Pasadena, Glendale or Monterey Park.
  • Internet access, e-mail, and access to DynaMed + Micromedex
  • Lab coats: Residents receive three lab coats during orientation and one each year thereafter at no charge.
  • Maternity/paternity leave
  • Meals: In addition to meals in the hospital restaurant (up to a total of $36 per 24 hours/one day), refrigerators in the resident and operating room physician lounges are also stocked with food items.
  • Parking: Secured, gated parking is provided to all house staff free of charge.
  • Payroll: Direct deposit
  • Plan coverage: We provide health and dental plans for residents and their immediate family. Malpractice coverage, state disability and life insurance are also included.
  • Time off: 4 weeks

Well being

At Adventist Health White Memorial, we understand that physicians who care for themselves are more prepared to care for their patients. Our residency programs require commitment — but we understand that residents are people, too, and need time off, rest and a sense of community. To that end, we provide a range of resources to promote physician well-being and prevent burnout:

Associate and physician gym

This workout and fitness facility is designed to make staying in shape easier and more accessible for residents. Located on the first floor of the North Building, the center offers 24/7 complimentary access for all residents.

Mental health support

All residents can use Thriveworks and Tend Health for counseling and life coaching services. Counselors can also offer tips for stress management and burnout prevention. To learn more about these resources, please contact our Graduate Medical Education department.

Retreats and community-building activities

Our residents work hard, but we also have fun. Quality interpersonal relationships are crucial to your well-being. We coordinate wellness retreats and other activities designed to help you build a sense of community with your cohort.

Sick days and time off

Our residency programs all strictly adhere to the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) guidelines for time off. Every resident gets at least one day off every seven days. Additionally, each resident has an annual allotment of sick days. These days are available to help residents prevent burnout and care for their mental and physical health. Residency program coordinators can provide more information about how to request days off.