Salary & Benefits
Compensation
Ascension Wisconsin provides competitive resident compensation reviewed annually based on regional and national benchmarks. The following compensation reflects the 2026-2027 academic year (July 2026 - June 2027)
PGY-1: $72,660.32
Time Off & Holidays
Residents receive 120 hours (15 days) of front-loaded paid time off (PTO) annually for vacation, sick leave, and CME activities. Ascension also recognizes eight paid holidays each year. Residents assigned clinical duties on a holiday may bank that holiday time for future use.
Benefits & Perks
Ascension provides a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Disability and life insurance coverage
- Family benefits including parental leave and dependent coverage
Supporting our Residents
In addition to comprehensive employee benefits, our residents enjoy resources and perks designed to support their success, wellness, and professional growth.
- $1,500 annual CME stipend to support continuing education and professional development (full policy, including eligible and ineligible expenses, is reviewed during orientation)
- Laptop provided for the duration of residency
- Complimentary parking
- Meal cards for on-call shifts
- Meals provided during select educational conferences
- Resident retreat to support team building and community connection
- Dedicated research support, including a full-service Institutional Review Board (IRB)
- Access to on-site fitness facilities
- Complimentary coffee and snacks in physician lounges
- Personalized white lab coat and jacket