Investing in Your Success

At Marshall Psychiatry, we believe that exceptional training starts with exceptional support. In addition to outstanding clinical and educational experiences, our residents enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, generous educational funding, and wellness resources designed to help you thrive throughout residency and fellowship.

Competitive Salary & Financial Support

Our residents receive annual salary increases throughout training, along with additional financial support to help offset educational expenses.

Additional Incentives:

• $2,000 Signing Bonus for categorical residents matched through the NRMP.
• Annual educational book funds to support board preparation, textbooks, and professional development.

Education Comes First

Your education is our priority. We provide resources that allow you to pursue your interests, present your research, and continue learning throughout residency.

Educational Support Includes:

• Annual educational book fund
• Department-provided textbooks
• Department-paid APA membership (PGY-2 through PGY-4)
• Conference reimbursement opportunities
• Travel funding for approved presentations
• Educational leave for conferences and leadership activities

Whether you're presenting research at a national meeting or preparing for boards, we'll help you get there.

Prioritizing Wellness

At Marshall Psychiatry, we recognize that becoming an exceptional psychiatrist begins with taking care of yourself. Resident wellness is not just encouraged—it's an integral part of our culture. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where residents can thrive both personally and professionally.

To help promote work-life balance and overall well-being, our residents enjoy a variety of wellness benefits, including:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation each year
• 15 days of paid sick leave annually
• Up to 5 days of conference and educational leave
• Free parking at primary training locations
• Marshall Recreation Center membership with discounted spouse memberships available
• 25% discount on YMCA memberships
• Discounted Orangetheory Fitness memberships
• Complimentary lunches provided multiple times each week during didactic sessions and educational events
• Free snacks, coffee, and beverages available throughout our primary training sites
• Free meals or dedicated meal funds while rotating at St. Mary's Medical Center and Cabell Huntington Hospital
• Welcome Picnic during orientation for incoming residents, faculty, staff, and families
• Resident wellness events throughout the year, including fall and spring wellness activities, movie nights, game nights, and our annual Super Bowl gathering
• Annual Resident Retreat, providing dedicated time for team building, wellness, and professional development

We believe residency should be challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable. By investing in our residents' wellness, we help create an environment where you can focus on learning, caring for your patients, and building lifelong friendships while maintaining a healthy balance throughout your training.

Comprehensive Benefits

Marshall University offers a comprehensive benefits package that provides peace of mind throughout your training.

Benefits include:

• Malpractice Coverage: Comprehensive coverage provided through the State of West Virginia's "Comprehensive Liability Insurance Policy."
• Group Term Life Insurance: Fully provided policy equal to 1.25% of annualized stipend (minimum $50,000) plus a $10,000 basic life policy, for a total of at least $60,000 in coverage. Additional life insurance can be purchased for the resident and their dependents.
• Health Insurance: Variety of plans available ranging from $85/month to $520/month depending on coverage and tobacco use status.
• Flexible Benefits: Pre-tax dental and vision options available.
• Workers' Compensation: Full coverage provided.
• Social Security & Visa Tax Exemption: Standard employer and employee social security contributions. International medical graduates who provide a copy of their J-1 Visa to administration are exempt from social security taxes.
  
  

Required Certifications Covered

The program provides required certification training including:

• ACLS
• BLS

A Program That Invests in Your Future

At Marshall Psychiatry, our commitment extends beyond your clinical education. We strive to create an environment where residents feel supported academically, professionally, and personally.

Whether you're pursuing research, developing leadership skills, presenting at national conferences, or simply looking for a program that truly invests in its trainees, you'll find those opportunities here.

We don't just train psychiatrists, we invest in the future of psychiatry.