Salary and Benefits
Salary
The Medical Physics Residency Program at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support residents academically, professionally, and personally throughout training.
UTHealth provides a very competitive salary and benefits package. The resident salary is equivalent to that of other medical residents at UTHealth, starting at the PL-2 level (e.g. $74,353.18 for 2026-2027) and progressing to PL-3 and PL-4 at the beginning of subsequent academic years.
Comprehensive Benefits
UTHealth Houston provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes no-cost medical insurance, basic life and AD&D coverage, professional liability insurance, and access to university resources and wellness programs.
Dependent medical coverage, dental and vision insurance, and supplemental life insurance are available at group rates. Residents also receive lab coats, institutional access, subsidized parking, and access to educational resources.
Paid Time OffÂ
Residents receive comprehensive paid time off benefits, including 15 vacation days, 12 paid sick days annually, and school holidays.
Residents are also eligible for Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), UTHealth Enhanced Family Leave benefits, and maternity and paternity leave support.
Educational & Professional Development Support
The Medical Physics Residency Program supports residents’ professional development through educational funding, continuing education opportunities, professional networking, and participation in organizations such as the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). Residents also receive dedicated ABR board exam preparation through a structured curriculum, departmental resources, and faculty mentorship.
Program-supported memberships and educational opportunities may vary annually.
Wellness & Work-Life Balance
UTHealth Houston prioritizes resident well-being by providing access to the Fellow and Resident Assistance Program (FRAP), a confidential resource offering mental health counseling, stress management and burnout prevention support, family counseling services, financial and legal resource referrals, and 24/7 crisis assistance.
Residents also benefit from a supportive work environment with dedicated workspace, safe and secure clinical settings, and access to institutional safety and security services.
For more information, please contact the program manager, Linh Tran, at [email protected].