Compensation- Salary and Stipend

Compensation and Benefits 

Effective July 1, 2026

MLK Community Healthcare is proud to support our residents with a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to promote well-being both inside and outside of residency training. 

Meal stipend
$200 paid biweekly (taxable income) 

Housing stipend 
$12,000 annually, paid biweekly (taxable income)

Student loan reimbursement
Up to $5,000 per academic year for eligible residents

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Time Off & Leave

  • 32 days of paid time off (PTO)
    • Four weeks (160 hours) of vacation are scheduled at the beginning of each academic year
    • PTO may be used for vacation, personal time off, holidays, and sick leave
  • Additional leave of absence is available in accordance with MLKCH policies

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance: Kaiser Permanente and Blue Shield 
  • Dental Insurance: HMO and PPO options 
  • Vision Insurance: Vision Service Plan (VSP) 
  • Pet Insurance: United Pet Care 
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Empower
  • Life Insurance: Basic Life 
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Relocation Reimbursement: Up to $1,500 for eligible travel and moving expenses for newly matched residents  
     

Resident Apparel

  • One Patagonia fleece jacket 
  • Lab Coat: One lab coat provided during PGY-1; one additional lab coat available upon request in subsequent years 
  • FIGS Scrubs: Annual FIGS gift card provided at the beginning of each academic year
     

Technology

  • MLKCH laptop provided for use throughout residency
     

Parking

  • Free Parking at MLKCH Sites 
    • Complimentary Valet parking is available at MLK Community Hospital
  • EV Charging stations are available at MLK Community Hospital
     

Licensure & Certifications

  • California medical license reimbursement (Postgraduate Training License (PTL), Physician’s and Surgeon’s License, and license renewals)
  • ACLS and BLS certification
  • USMLE/COMLEX Step 3 reimbursement
     

Educational Resources

  • Up to $1,500 annually for educational expenses and conference attendance
  • UWorld (USMLE/COMLEX Step 3)
  • MKSAP (three-year subscription)
  • AMBOSS
  • ACP membership
  • ABIM Board Review (PGY-3 only)
     

Well-Being & Mentorship

MLKCH is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes resilience, professional growth, and personal well-being throughout residency.
 
Resources include:

  • Team-building workshops 
  • Resident retreats 
  • Wellness lectures 
  • Social events and sponsored resident dinners
  • TEND Health 
  • GME Wellness Committee 
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dedicated faculty advisor/mentor
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