Fellowship Salary and Benefits
Fellowship Salary and Benefits
Fellows training in graduate medical education and dental education programs sponsored by Nationwide Children’s are employees of the hospital and as such are eligible the same benefits that other full time staff receive – with the exception of paid time off which is outlined below.
See the Employees Benefits and Perks for more information about insurance, financial and retirement plans, education and scholarship and wellness programs. Contact Heather Younkin at (614) 355-4117 with specific questions.
Additionally, see our Fellow Contract to review the standard trainee contract. Special circumstances for individual programs may result in some deviations in the contract. Please contact the program director or the GME Office at (614) 722-4905 if you have questions.
Overview of Benefits
Competitive Salary
Nationwide Children's offers salaries competitive with other hospitals in the region, including The Ohio State University Medical Center. Fellows receive compensation based upon post-graduate year. Contact the Program Director if you have questions about post-graduate year.
House Staff Salary Scale
This scale is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
| Grade | Schedule |
|---|---|
| PGY1 | $69,152 |
| PGY2 | $71,934 |
| PGY3 | $73,998 |
| PGY4 | $75,954 |
| PGY5 | $78,965 |
| PGY6 | $82,106 |
| PGY7 | $85,258 |
| PGY8 | $88,744 |
| PGY9 | $93,139 |
| PGY10 | $96,869 |
| PGY11 | $100,751 |
| PGY12 | $104,774 |
Paid Time Off
Paid time off and leave is allotted as follows:
- 3 weeks vacation per academic year – A week is 5 weekdays and 2 weekend days
- 6 days of sick leave per academic year
Holidays
The hospital recognizes the following as paid holidays: January 1, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and December 25. Fellows may be required to work some holidays, dependent on patient care responsibilities. No additional compensation (e.g. paid time off or time and a half) is provided to residents and fellows working holidays.Short-Term Disability
Fellows employed by Nationwide Children's Hospital have the same short-term disability benefits available to other Nationwide Children's employees. If Nationwide Children's benefits eligible and working at least 16 hours per week for more than 6 months, fellows can be paid 70% of base salary through the short-term disability benefit program during approved leave for accident, sickness or pregnancy.
Trainees who desire short term disability coverage for the first 6 months of employment, can seek interim disability insurance to cover this period. Fellows are not required to purchase interim disability and if choosing to purchase coverage, they are not obligated to use any specific insurance provider. The GME office can share the names of some companies that offer plans, if helpful.
6-Week + 1-Week Paid Leave
All trainees employed by Nationwide Children's are eligible for up to 6 weeks of paid leave + 1 additional week of paid time off to be used sometime over the remaining academic year, for one approved leave of absence. For the majority of fellows taking an approved leave, this time is paid utilizing some combination of sick, vacation, short term disability, and/or paid family leave. In some cases, when these types of paid time off are not sufficient, additional paid time is provided by GME to meet 6 week +1 week amount.
Paid Family Leave (PFL)
Fellows employed by Nationwide Children's Hospital have the same Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefit available to other Nationwide Children's employees. If employed more than 12 months and on an approved Family Medical Leave, fellows may receive 4 work weeks of parental leave paid at 70% of base pay for birth of a child/newly adopted child.
Statistician Support
Statisticians are available to Nationwide Children's fellows requiring assistance with preliminary research design/grant preparation, preliminary research analysis and statistical support of a research protocol. Fellows may seek funding for stats through intramural grant funds, PI funds and/or their division.
Moonlighting Opportunities
Moonlighting opportunities are available in some fellowships. Consult the Program Director for details.
Lab Coats
Fellows receive a lab coat during fellowship training.
Paid Fees
Fees related to Ohio Medical Licensure (FCVS, BCII check, Ohio Training Certificate and renewal or Ohio Medical License and renewal) are covered by the program.
ACLS/PALS/ATLS Certification
Fellows requiring ACLS, PALS, NRP and/or ATLS have certification and/or recertification paid by program.
Paid Memberships
Memberships for some professional organizations (e.g. American Academy of Pediatrics) may be covered by the program. Check with the Program Director to receive a listing of memberships covered.
Reimbursement for Boards
Fellows taking initial specialty Boards required for subspecialty certification may be eligible for reimbursement of certification fee. Check with the Program Director or Nationwide Children's GME Office to verify eligibility.
Professional Conference Funding
Fellows in good standing are encouraged to attend professional conferences. Programs receive funding annually for fellows to attend and present at conferences. Funds may be used toward conference fees, hotel, travel and meals. Final decisions on conference funds are made by the Program Director.
Some conferences may have food provided. Consult with the Program Director to determine if food is provided for any conferences on a regular basis.
Food On Call
Fellows assigned to work 24 hours with overnight in house call receive on call food money. Meals and snacks at the Nationwide Children's cafeteria, food court, Subway, KoKo’s and coffee shop can be charged to the fellow’s food on call account using hospital ID.
Resident Center Pizza
In addition to individual food on call money for fellows taking five or more in house call assignments during the month, the Resident Center caters in Donato's Pizza 3 nights a week at no charge to residents and fellows taking call.