Miscellaneous Provisions
Hours of Duty
Physicians and dentists employed on a full-time basis are assigned to work a normal tour of 80 hours per pay period. In addition, they are considered to be on-call during off-hours over the remaining 24 hour period, 7 days a week. Part-time physicians and dentists must work a minimum of 20 hours per pay period to be eligible for PDP.
Physicians and dentists who receive PDP may not:
- Be paid overtime in excess of 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, or 80 hours per pay period;
- Earn compensatory time off; or
- Receive any other form of premium pay under Chapter 55 of Title 5, U.S. Code, e.g., Sunday, holiday, night pays.
Leave Provisions
Physicians and dentists who receive PDP continue to be covered by regular Title 5 leave provisions. Sick leave and annual leave are earned and accrued on a pay period basis.
Outside Work
Because of the work obligation associated with PDP, physicians and dentists who wish to perform outside work must submit a prior written request for approval of outside activity under established NIH procedures. Any activity interfering or conflicting with the employee's work obligation will be disapproved.
