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 
    • Remaining PTO used for personal days, holidays, and sick days 
    • Additional leaves of absence are available in accordance with MLKCH policies 

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance: Kaiser Permanente or Blue Shield (HMO and PPO options) 
  • 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 Step 3/COMLEX 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  
  • TEND Health – free virtual mental health and professional well-being service 
  • GME Wellness Committee  
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Dedicated faculty advisor/mentor 
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