Benefits for Trainees

MSK offers a wide range of benefits to support trainees both professionally and personally. All paid, full-time graduate staff and their eligible dependents may participate in MSK’s benefits program. You choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family.  From childcare and wellness resources to paid time off and support for new parents, these benefits are designed to help you thrive during your training. 

Click here to see a comprehensive, in-depth overview of benefits for Clinical Trainees, including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term Disability (LTD)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Wellness Programs
  • Paid Vacation: Minimum of ten business days annually; an additional 10 days may be approved and may vary by program
  • Sick Leave: 56 hours per year.
  • Short-Term Disability: Up to 26 weeks of salary continuation for extended illness or injury, including pregnancy-related leave.
  • Paid Prenatal Leave: Up to 20 hours of paid leave to attend prenatal appointments or obtain health care services during or related to pregnancy
  • Bereavement Leave: Up to three days 

* Trainees in ACGME-accredited programs are provided with a minimum of six (6) weeks of fully paid approved medical, parental and caregiver leave(s) of absence at least once and at any time during their program. 

  • Care.com: Personalized and confidential information and referral service that assists with various work/life needs, including providing referrals to childcare and relocation resources, free financial consultation, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free short-term counseling and support services for trainees and their families
  • On-site Mental Health Resources: A licensed clinical psychologist who provides dedicated mental health support for trainees.
  • Telemedicine for Mental Health: Free access to mental health services for trainees and covered dependents through MSK’s medical plan.
  • Wellness Programs: Comprehensive wellness resources including nutrition/weight management, fitness and exercise, tobacco cessation, stress management, cancer, and biometrics screenings