Benefits available only to HSA members:
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Additional disability insurance coverage
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Opportunity for HSA members to purchase additional Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI) disability coverage with benefits that include:
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No medical underwriting
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Options of $2,500, $5,000, or $7,500/month or above (on year graduation) for non-cancellable/guaranteed renewable coverage
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15% discount from gender-neutral rates
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Contact an insurance rep here.
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AFSCME (American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees) is the international union body of which HSA is a member.
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AFSCME Advantage verification is handled by HSA in most instances. Any issues or questions can be directed to AFSCME membership services at 202-429-1000, then ask for the AFSCME Advantage department.
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Most services are offered through Union Plus (sign up under AFSCME).
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Diverse offering of discounts:
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Moving truck rental and/or professional movers
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Auto insurance
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Car rental
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Home and renters insurance
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Legal services including contract negotiation for your next job
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Many more
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Become an HSA member today!
HSA dues are 1% of the PGY2 salary, but the benefits of union membership are invaluable. Over the last fifty years, our union has worked tirelessly to secure better salaries, improved working conditions, and enhanced benefits for the Housestaff at Cook County. As interns, residents, and fellows, we are on the front lines of patient care, and our work conditions directly affect the quality of care we provide. By coming together as a union, we strengthen our commitment to advocating for changes that ensure our patients receive the best possible treatment. When residents are empowered and supported, they can focus more on patient well-being rather than facing challenges alone.
Benefits available to all Stroger housestaff:
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Representation
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HSA fights for your rights and well-being through contract negotiations and legal representation in disputes with your supervisor or employer.
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Salary
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Per our CBA (available here), housestaff salary increases every year as a cost of living adjustment, as well as increasing with PGY level.
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Current salary (as of 6/1/24) for PGY-1 is $58,946.
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Meal stipend
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$5,500 per year divided equally into each paycheck.
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Education stipend
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$1,500 per year for conference expenses, study materials, exams, smart phone, laptop, etc.
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Health/vision/dental insurance
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HMO starting at 2.25% of salary.
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PPO starting at 3.25% of salary.
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Vision and dental insurance have no annual premium.
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Details available in CBA (available here).
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Disability insurance
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Premium is paid by the HSA, so no direct cost to house staff. The plan is through Northwestern Mutual.
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Maximum monthly benefit is $2,500.
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Benefits accrue on the 91st day of disability.
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Benefits are payable until your Social Security normal retirement age.
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Able to convert to personal plan after residency.
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Full plan available here.
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Employer assistance program
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