University of Alabama Hospital (Huntsville) Program
PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliated
Huntsville, AL(Huntsville, AL Metropolitan Area Metro)
24
Positions
$63,285
PGY1 Salary
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4000100004
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 24
- Interviews:
- 60
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 235
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 7 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- H1B, J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 24
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.5
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 5/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Vacation Days:
- 20
- Sick Days:
- 15
- Faculty Ratio:
- 0.30
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 10
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 6
- Female Faculty:
- 50%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 25%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The size and regional prominence of our sponsoring institute ensure that trainees gain exceptional exposure to a wide array of medical conditions and patient populations. What truly distinguishes us, however, is our educational culture. We foster an environment that encourages self-growth, independence, and open communication. This balance of high-volume clinical training and a nurturing, learner-centered atmosphere creates a residency experience that is both rigorous and deeply rewarding.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Resident/fellow retreats
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Optional
Salary Progression
$63,285
PGY-1
$65,469
PGY-2
$67,905
PGY-3
$71,193
PGY-4
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 100(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $279K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.2K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $37K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 22.7%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Metropolitan Population
- 5,028,092
- Median Age
- 50 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.57
- Poverty Rate
- 15.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 6.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
80°F
Winter
50°F
Sunny Days
294 days
Precipitation
42"
Humidity
75%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.00
Restaurant Meal
13.32
Gas (per gallon)
$4.11
Gym Membership
49
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4000100004
- Total Positions:
- 24
- Interviews:
- 60
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Clinton Martin
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/24/2026 - 11/30/2026
- Interview Period:
- 10/1/2026 - 1/29/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 3
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
- Min Step 1 Score:
- 220
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 235
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- Yes
- COMLEX Level 2:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- June, July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 2947400C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Huntsville Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Huntsville Hospital
- Contact Person:
- William Bence
- Contact Email:
- [email protected]
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 6
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:6PGY-2:6PGY-3:6PGY-4:6
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 20
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Min Step 2 Score
- 235
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 7 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
DO data not available for this program
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