Registrar Handbook 2015

2015
Registrar HANDBOOK
Registrar Handbook 2015
BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK OFFICE

Head Office
Address:
Postal:
Email:
Phone:
Fax:
Hours of operation:
Website:
Level 4, 111-113 Hume St, Wodonga VIC 3689

PO Box 165
Wodonga VIC 3689
bogong@bogong.org.au
02 6057 8600
02 6024 7817
9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
http://www.bogong.org.au
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bogong-GP-Training
This Handbook will be updated annually to reflect any policy, funding or educational based changes.
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Table of Contents
BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK OFFICE ...............................................................................................................2

Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................3
CEO WELCOME MESSAGE......................................................................................................................................................5
STAFF AT BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK ............................................................................................................6
Chief Executive Officer ............................................................................................................................................6
Medical Education Team .........................................................................................................................................6
Administration Team ...............................................................................................................................................7
Communications Skills Tutors ..................................................................................................................................8
BOARD MEMBERS..................................................................................................................................................................9
LEARNING ............................................................................................................................................................................10
CHOOSING A PATHWAY .......................................................................................................................................................11
Training towards Fellowship of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) ................................11
Training towards Fellowship of Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) ..............................11
Training towards Fellowship in Advanced Rural GP (FARGP) ................................................................................11
Timelines for the three (3) pathways ....................................................................................................................12
FRACGP and ACRRM Vocational Training a comparative table ..........................................................................13
UNITS OF TRAINING .............................................................................................................................................................14
TERMS ..................................................................................................................................................................................14
Hospital-based Registrars (RACGP or ACRRM) ......................................................................................................14
GPT1/ GPT2 (RACGP) or PRR1/ PRR2 (ACRRM) Registrars ....................................................................................15
Practice-based learning .........................................................................................................................................15
Workshop-based learning .....................................................................................................................................15
Bogong Learning Tasks ..........................................................................................................................................15
Self-directed learning ............................................................................................................................................15
AVAILABLE POSTS ................................................................................................................................................................16
Hospital terms (H Units) ........................................................................................................................................16
Mandatory Hospital rotations ...............................................................................................................................16
GPT1 - 4 and PRR1 4 (General Practice or Rural Training) ..................................................................................17
Extended Skills Posts (ES Units) .............................................................................................................................17
Advanced Rural Skills Training (ARST) ...................................................................................................................17
Academic General Practice posts ..........................................................................................................................17
Training Time Calculations.....................................................................................................................................17
BOGONG MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................18
EXAMS/ASSESSMENTS .........................................................................................................................................................19
Formative Assessment RTP level ........................................................................................................................19
ACRRM Summative Assessment ............................................................................................................................19
RACGP Summative Assessment .............................................................................................................................19
EXTENSION OF TRAINING TIME ...........................................................................................................................................20
GPRIME (Bogongs On-Line Learning Platform) .................................................................................................................20
OVERSEAS TRAINED DOCTORS (OTDs) ................................................................................................................................21
What is a 10 year moratorium? .............................................................................................................................21
Exemption to the 10 year moratorium? ................................................................................................................21
Moratorium scaling ...............................................................................................................................................21
New Zealand Doctors ............................................................................................................................................21
WHAT TO DO PRIOR TO COMMENCING A GP TERM ...........................................................................................................22
Registrar to provide to Practice .............................................................................................................................22
BOGONG GP TRAINING
How to acquire provider and prescriber numbers ................................................................................................22

Application for Recognition as a General Practitioner Form .................................................................................23
Application for Medicare Provider Number ..........................................................................................................23
Application for Medicare Prescriber Number .......................................................................................................23
Provider Numbers after Award of Fellowship .......................................................................................................23
Other tasks prior to commencing term .................................................................................................................24
EMERGENCY MEDICINE COURSE .........................................................................................................................................24
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING ....................................................................................................................................25
Recognition of prior learning with time credit (RPL) .............................................................................................25
Recognition of prior learning without time credit (RC) .........................................................................................25
RENTAL/RELOCATION (2015) ASSISTANCE POLICY .....................................................................................................26
OTHER GRANTS AND SUBSIDIES .....................................................................................................................................27
General Practice Rural Incentive Program (GPRIP)................................................................................................27
Rural Procedural Grants Program ..........................................................................................................................27
HECS Reimbursement Scheme ..............................................................................................................................27
Department of Human Services (DHS) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Rural GPs Subsidy
Program .................................................................................................................................................................27
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................................28
Guidelines for Leave ..............................................................................................................................................28
Parental Leave .......................................................................................................................................................28
Employment arrangements ...................................................................................................................................28
SUPPORT STAFF ...................................................................................................................................................................29
Registrar Liaison Officer (RLO) ...............................................................................................................................29
Registrar Board Member .......................................................................................................................................29
Training Advisor (TA) .............................................................................................................................................29
Medical Educators (ME) ........................................................................................................................................29
External Clinical Teaching Visitors (ECTV)..............................................................................................................29
Direct Observations (or video) ..............................................................................................................................30
GP Supervisors .......................................................................................................................................................30
GP Supervisor Liaison Officer (SLO) .......................................................................................................................30
Registrar Assistance Program ................................................................................................................................30
COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES ..........................................................................................................................................31
USEFUL RESOURCES.............................................................................................................................................................32
Recommended texts for General Practice .............................................................................................................32
Registrar Practice Pack ..........................................................................................................................................33
WHOM TO RING AT BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK .........................................................................................34
APPENDICES .........................................................................................................................................................................35
Acronyms ...............................................................................................................................................................36
Things to do in the Region .....................................................................................................................................37
Organisations Regional .......................................................................................................................................39
GPRIP Fact Sheet ...................................................................................................................................................40
Privacy Policy Bogong Regional Training Network .............................................................................................43
Bogong Learning Task (BLT) ...................................................................................................................................45
Registrar Handbook Sign off sheet .....................................................................................................................48
BOGONG GP TRAINING
CEO WELCOME MESSAGE

Dear Registrar,
Congratulations on choosing a career in General Practice and welcome to Bogong Regional Training
Network home to Mt Bogong, Victorias highest mountain, and, we like to consider; the pinnacle
of GP training!
We are one of the 17 Australian training providers and the Bogong region covers the North East of
Victoria, the Border region of NSW/Victoria and the Goulburn Valley. This region is noted for its
natural beauty, thriving regional centres and prosperous small rural townships; consequently our
45 accredited teaching practices offer our registrars diversity of experience in General Practice and
primary health care, including many opportunities to learn and practice procedural and extended
skills.
One of our great strengths is the high quality of our education and training program for registrars.
This is based on two key facets: the in-practice teaching curriculum whereby your primary and
secondary supervisors are committed to both formal and informal teaching opportunities; and the
structured Peer Learning Workshops (PLW) delivered by our experienced team of medical
educators. These PLWs have evolved to be a keystone of Bogongs success as a registrar you are
learning with a constant cohort of peers, enabling you to share your learnings, support each other
and develop collegiate networks which will remain throughout your career. Each of you will be
individually supported by a training advisor, one of our GP medical education team, who is there to
give you individual support, coaching and mentoring during your entire training time with Bogong.
In addition our Registrar Liaison Officer is able to assist in ensuring that any problems you
encounter can be aired and resolved, and that registrar voices can be heard as we continuously
improve our training provision.
As a Bogong registrar you will also be well supported by a skilled administrative team in our head
office in Wodonga. Here you will find information about the delivery, evaluation and administration
of the Program and details of our teaching practices.
At Bogong we like to think that our GP Registrars view their training as the start of an exciting
journey building a successful and rewarding career as a General Practitioner and serving the needs
of the Australian community. It is our role and our privilege to help you acquire new skills, help you
question and help you develop your own learning style in this journey of lifelong learning.
Enjoy the journey!
BOGONG GP TRAINING
STAFF AT BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK
Chief Executive Officer

Ms Linda Moon
lmoon@bogong.org.au
Medical Education Team

Dr Kate Davey
Director of Training
kated@bogong.org.au
Dr Mark Burgemeister
markb@bogong.org.au
Dr Peter Keppel
pkeppel@bogong.org.au
Dr Ursula Read
uread@bogong.org.au
Dr Carolyn DePoi
cdepoi@bogong.org.au
Dr Hubert van Doorn

uread@bogong.org.au
Dr Wendy Connor
wconnor@bogong.org.au
Jenny Vibert
jvibert@bogong.org.au
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Administration Team
Deanne Sweetland
Robyn Matthews
Operations & Training

Manager
Finance & Business Manager

rmatthews@bogong.org. au
dsweetland@bogong.org.au
Jo Hamilton
Isabelle Swanson
Skills Training &

Accreditation Administrator
Education Program
Coordinator
jhamilton@bogong.org.au
iswanson@bogong.org.au
Jenna Peerman
Sue Porter
Administration Assistant
Executive Assistant
jpeerman@bogong.org.au
sporter@bogong.org.au
Robyn Bottrell
Jane Delaney
Finance Officer
Training Administration
accounts@bogong.org.au
jdelaney@bogong.org.au
Mary-Anne Scully
Karen Dixon
Marketing &
Communications Officer
Program Development
mscully@bogong.org.au
kdixon@bogong.org.au
Manager
Dr Felicity Brettig
Registrar Liaison Officer
fbrettig@ovensmedical.com.au
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Communications Skills Tutors

Bogong has a professional cohort of Language, Communication and Consultation Skills Tutors who provide
support and assist our Registrars within the AGPT program. This tailored support is also provided to our
overseas trained doctors that are employed in practice but are not connected to the AGPT program.
The Communication Skills Tutors will assist individuals to adapt and gain competency in the consultation
skills process vital to the practice of medicine in Australia. Written, spoken and comprehension language
problems are also addressed and Dr Terri McNally, a retired GP, leads the Tutor Group with a focus on
Language and the Patient Centred Approach.
Our Tutors attend key workshops held throughout the year taking part in role plays and communication
assessments. The Tutors also undertake personal tutorials with individual doctors and contribute to
individual learning plans.
There are processes relating to the entry and exit of the Communications Skill Program. Initial entry for
AGPT registrars is normally identified post the Orientation & Consultation Skills Workshop held at the
beginning of the year.
Individual Registrars and IMGs are encouraged to contact Bogong GP Training if they require further
information with regard to this program.
Terri McNally Team Leader & Retired GP

Covering Albury/Wodonga/Wangaratta and surrounding areas
Robyn Reynolds
Jann Stewart
Joy Phillips
Covering Shepparton/Seymour/Benalla and surrounding areas
BOGONG GP TRAINING
Susan Jerie
Judy Beaumaris Barb Trainor
BOARD MEMBERS
Dr Graeme Jones (Chair)
Dr Joanne Mountford
Lister House
Central Medical Group
Shepparton
Wodonga
(03) 5831 2333
(02) 6024 3233
Dr David Kelly
Dr Tess Goodwin
Euroa Medical Family Practice
Euroa
Wodonga
(03) 5795 2011
(02) 6024 3233
Dr Graham Slaney
Dr Matt Byrne
Mansfield Medical Clinic
Ovens Medical Group
Mansfield
Wangaratta
(03) 5775 2166
(03) 5721 2176
Dr Angela Stratton
Dr Alison Green
Mt Beauty Medical Centre
Mt Beauty
Wodonga
(03) 5754 4003
(02) 6024 3233
Dr Michael Bartram
Dr John Elcock
The Doctors of Lavington
North East Health
Albury
Wangaratta
(02) 6057 7100
(03) 5722 0260
Ms Georgia von Guttner

University of Melbourne Rural Clinical School
Shepparton
(03) 5823 4500
BOGONG GP TRAINING
THE REGION
Bogong Regional Training Network (Bogong) provides vocational education and training for general practice
in North Eastern Victoria and Southern New South Wales. It incorporates areas serviced by the Hume and
Goulburn Valley Medicare Locals. It incorporates 45 general practice based training sites, three (3) regional
hospitals and several small district hospitals.
A full list of training sites can be found on the Bogong website: http://www.bogong.org.au.
All listed training posts in the Bogong regions are accredited against the current RACGP and ACRRM
Standards for Trainers and Training posts.
LEARNING
Bogongs Vision is a community of competent and confident GPs who at all stages of learning, are wellsupported, satisfied and leading high quality general practice for improved community health.
Bogong is committed to providing best practice General Practice education and training experience,
delivered locally by well-supported rural and regional general practitioners. Learning within our training
program is locally-based, regionally responsive and adaptable to individual needs. We are able to provide a
variety of learning resources in a number of formats at different stages of training. (see page 15)
Our registrars are now able to enrol in both the RACGP (Royal Australian College General Practitioners) and
ACRRM (Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine) curriculum. These curricula cover several
Domains of academic content, details of which will be made available to each new program participant.
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CHOOSING A PATHWAY
Training towards Fellowship of Royal Australian College of General
Practitioners (RACGP)
Bogong provides a comprehensive high quality training program compliant with the requirements of the
RACGP curriculum.
The RACGP pathway is a three (3) year program which includes an initial hospital year and two (2) years of
community based general practice. Six (6) months of this training could be undertaken as an extended skills
term in an area of interest. During this period, Bogong will run peer learning workshops as well as work
closely with GP Supervisors to ensure all GP registrars receive appropriate experience, adequate teaching
and mentoring.
Training towards Fellowship of Australian College of Rural and Remote

Medicine (ACRRM)
Bogong is fortunate to be able to provide high quality training in rural and remote medicine. Many of our
supervisors and medical educators have a high-level of experience in providing extended generalist care in
relatively isolated settings. Many provide procedural services particularly in the fields of anaesthetics,
obstetrics and emergency medicine, often the domain of specialists in urban settings. Bogong is able to offer
registrars unique training opportunities in these fields and other areas relevant to rural practice.
Training for a fellowship in ACRRM includes a four (4) year program. In some circumstances, this time period
can be reduced through the recognition of prior learning (RPL) which must be formally approved. Extra
mandatory modules and activities will be required in addition to the standard workshops provided when
undertaking this pathway. Registrars wishing to undertake this pathway will need to make their decision
early in their first year of the training program. For more information, please phone ACRRM on freecall
1800 223 226 or go to the ACRRM website at www.acrrm.org.au. Please speak to your training advisor early
if you are interested in this pathway.
Training towards Fellowship in Advanced Rural GP (FARGP)

The FARGP pathway is an additional non vocational qualification that can be added to the three (3) year
RACGP pathway. It involves an additional year of training undertaking an Advanced Rural Skills Training post
(ARST) including mandatory learning modules and educational activities.
Registrars interested in training towards the FARGP are advised to discuss this with their training advisor at
the earliest opportunity.
You must decide by 31 July in your first year of general practice, which training pathway you will
undertake
FRACGP
ACRRM
RACGP/ACRRM (dual pathway)
You must decide by 31 July of your second year of general practice, if you wish to train towards a
FARGP
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Timelines for the three (3) pathways
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
RACGP
FARGP
ACRRM
52 weeks
Hospital Training
Hospital Training
Core Clinical Training
26 weeks
GPT 1 (Semester 1)
GPT 1 (Semester 1)
26 weeks
GPT 2 (Semester 2)
GPT 2 (Semester 2)
(RPL available)
(RPL available)
(RPL available)
Primary Rural and

Remote training
PRR1 to 4
26 weeks
GPT 3 (Semester 3)
GPT 3 (Semester 3)
26 weeks
GPT 4 (Semester 4)
Extended Skills
GPT 4 (Semester 4)
Extended Skills
YEAR 3
EXAMS:
- AKT
- KFP
- OSCE
ASSESSMENT
FRACGP
completed
YEAR 4
ASSESSMENT
12
(RPL available)
52 weeks
FRACGP
attained
Advanced Rural Skills
Training post
Advanced Specialised
Training
Skills Post Learning

Portfolio Completed
and submitted
Four RRMEO modules

Anaesthesia rotation
O&G rotation
Exams (MSF, Mini CEX,
MCQ, StAMPS)
FARGP
completed
FACRRM
completed
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FRACGP and ACRRM Vocational Training a comparative table
AGPT Statement
Training can commence
AGPT Selection
Status of qualification
Endpoint of training
Membership requirements
Education framework
Training model
Training delivery and support
Length of training
Core training
Core training
Focus skills training term
Requirements skills training term
Equivalence in skills training

Training flexibility order of completion
Training locations
RACGP vocational
training
Post PGY2 (after intern year plus one
additional hospital year, which can be
undertaken before or after enrolment in
AGPT)
Required to commence training
During or post PGY2
FRACGP recognised vocational training

qualification
Vocational recognition (VR)
Required for examination purposes
College-based curriculum and standards
Apprenticeship training model
RTP/supervisor delivered training and
support, with specific additional support
from college offered to Registrars
Three year training program of which 18
months must be in an approved general
practice setting
GPT1 + GPT2 + GPT3
18 months completed over 3 semesters
each of 6 months
Extended skills training (focus: general
practice)
6 months can be done in either an
approved community based general
practice or in an approved hospital
training post
Advanced specialised training may be
recognised for extended skills training
purposes in some circumstances
- Some flexibility
- Extended skills (hospital)
before/during/after core training
- Extended skills (community) after
GPT1-3 completed.
RRMAs 1 7 subject to moratorium
requirements
FACRRM recognised vocational training

qualification
Vocational recognition (VR)
College-based curriculum and standards
Apprenticeship training model
RTP/supervisor/college (via RRMEO)
training and support offered to Registrars
Assessment
College examinations
Part-time training
Part-time available (minimum 3 sessions

per week for time to count towards
training).
Limited RPL for recognition of equivalent
hospital training time and extended skills
RPL
Additional training options
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ACRRM vocational
training
Registrars can undertake an additional

fourth year of rural-orientated training to
gain the FARGP qualification
Four year training program occurring

predominately in rural and remote
settings
Primary rural and remote training
24 months completed over 4 semesters
each of 6 months
Advanced specialist training (AST) (focusrural generalist)
12 months can be done in either an
approved community based general
practice or an approved hospital training
post
Extended skills training may be recognised
for advanced specialised training
purposes in some circumstances
Fully flexible no required order (core
hospital training must be completed first)
RRMAs 4-7. Components of training e.g.

core and AST may be done in RRMAs 1-3
depending upon specialised skills chosen
Formative and summative assessment
tasks throughout training
Part-time training available (minimum 3
sessions per week for time to count
towards training).
RPL available for all stages of training
There are no additional options. FACRRM
is a four-year inclusive program
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UNITS OF TRAINING
A Unit is defined as a block of 13 weeks of full-time training.
A Term is defined as 26 weeks (six months) of full-time training.
Completion of training for FRACGP requires 12 units which are made up of:
Hospital training H units
4 units
GPT1 Term
2 units
GPT2 Term
2 units
GPT3 Term
2 units
Extended Skills training ES

or GPT4 term
2 units
A Registrar may undertake a further year of training an Advanced Rural Skills Training post (ARST)
TERMS
Hospital-based Registrars (RACGP or ACRRM)
GP Registrars may be working in the hospital setting at a variety of stages throughout training. New
registrars will be undergoing H units; while more experienced registrars may be in ES Units or ARST
(Advanced Rural Skills Training) posts, detailed later in this handbook. All hospital-based registrars will take
part in regular meetings via teleconference with the BRTN appointed medical educator, providing an
opportunity to discuss both educational and personal support issues.
Education sessions specifically for hospital-based registrars are arranged via teleconference, to allow for
distance registrars and difficult rosters. These are facilitated by Bogong Medical Educators and GP
Supervisors and reflect topics relevant to general practice.
See pg 16 for mandatory hospital rotations
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GPT1/ GPT2 (RACGP) or PRR1/ PRR2 (ACRRM) Registrars

In the GPT1/PRR1 and GPT2/PRR2 terms of the training program, participants will be assisted in developing
learning plans. Learning will occur via four major activities during this time. This includes practice based
learning, workshop based learning, Bogong Learning Tasks (BLTs) and self-directed learning.
Practice-based learning
As GP Training in Australia is based on an apprenticeship model, most of the learning happens within the
teaching practice, with the assistance and direction of the GP Supervisor. Registrars will have the
opportunity to have their patient consultations observed and critically appraised and will undertake practicebased learning, guided by their nominated supervisors and/or senior colleagues. Teaching practices have
documented teaching plans, outlining the styles and methods of teaching and learning commonly used in the
practice. GP Supervisors form part of an active network and continue to learn skills of teaching in their
practices. It is mandatory during first and second terms to satisfactorily engage in practice based learning,
undergo direct observation or video by your supervisor and have external clinical teaching visits (ECTV) from
experienced GPs from outside of your practice.
Workshop-based learning
Medical Educators will provide the core of the workshop-based education according to our established
educational plan. Ten workshops are planned, spreading across the GPT1/PRR1 and GPT2/PRR2 terms. These
workshops, conducted in various locations around the region, involve a series of education sessions based
around a broad topic. The program is flexible however, and registrar feedback and input is actively sought.
Far from being a series of lectures, these sessions are based on adult-learning principles and focus on case
discussion and small-group activities. Time is set aside for debriefing and discussing any current concerns or
problems. There is also an opportunity for registrars to present topics to their colleagues, particularly with
the Bogong Learning Tasks.
Attendance at all workshops is mandatory and if missed must be made up.
Bogong Learning Tasks

A useful educational skill for GPs is to be able to research a topic and present to a group of colleagues. The
Bogong Learning Task (BLT) requires GP Registrars to research and present a topic allocated early in the
term. The focus should be on experiential learning and reporting back to peers. Topics will link with themes
of the education workshops. GP supervisors will assist with resources and suggestions for the presentation.
The report should demonstrate the use of the acquired presentation skills using visual aids. Reporting should
include things that were learnt and how they will affect their work in General Practice. (see Appendix pg 45)
This is a mandatory activity within BRTN
Self-directed learning
Self-directed learning is an important part of ongoing learning in general practice. Registrars are expected to
read widely, and seek further learning using a variety of learning resources. Medical Educators and GP
Supervisors can assist with directing to appropriate resources.
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AVAILABLE POSTS
Hospital terms (H Units)
Hospital terms are negotiated directly with the employing hospital. However, as there are some
requirements for these terms for GP Registrars, please discuss your proposed terms with your training
advisor.
Hospital terms within the region are available at:
Northeast Health - Wangaratta
Goulburn Valley Health Shepparton
Albury/Wodonga Health Albury and Wodonga campuses
All hospital terms require you to get your hospital supervisor to complete a report for each 13 week rotation
on your progress during the term.
Mandatory Hospital rotations

These include:
Paediatrics
General Medicine
Emergency
General Surgery
Plus at least three of the following (or similar):

Accident and Emergency
Anaesthetics
Dermatology
Ear, Nose & Throat
Geriatrics
Infectious Diseases
Oncology & Gynaecology
Opthalmology
PGPPP
Psychiatry
Rehabilitation
Urology
ACRRM Candidates must also include:

Anaesthetics
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Obstetrics & Gynaecology
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GPT1 - 4 and PRR1 4 (General Practice or Rural Training)

These terms must be completed in RACGP/ACRRM accredited teaching practices. A current list of practices
can be found on the Bogong website.
Extended Skills Posts (ES Units)

A range of Extended Skills Posts are on offer including:
Aboriginal Health
Alpine Sports Medicine
Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Basic)
Emergency
Advanced Rural Skills Training (ARST)

The following Advanced Rural Skills Training posts are offered through BRTN:
Aboriginal Health
Anaesthetics
Mental Health
Obstetrics & Gynaecology (DRANZCOG Advanced)
Small Town General Practice
Emergency
Bogong Regional training Network requires Expressions of Interest in the above positions
by June of the year preceding the year that you wish to undertake the post.
Academic General Practice posts

Bogong is associated with 2 local University campuses. Advanced Academic Rural GP posts are available at
both the University of Melbournes Department of Rural Health based in Shepparton and the UNSW School
of Rural Health In Albury.
Opportunities exist to become an Academic Registrar within the training program. If you have an interest in
this area, please contact the Bogong office or speak to your Training Advisor. Further information can be
located on the GPET website www.gpet.com.au.
Training Time Calculations

Registrars are required to work 9 sessions per week to equate to full-time training.
The Bogong Training Time policy on GPRime explains how to calculate training time and after hours work.
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BOGONG MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

General Practice Term 1 & 2 (GPT1/PRR1 & GPT2/PRR2)
Creation and continued use of learning plan on GPRime electronic platform (see pg 20)
100 % attendance at Peer Learning Workshops (PLW)
Bogong Learning Task (BLT)
Direct Observation/video by your Supervisor (2 per term)
Training Advisor meetings (1 per term)
External Clinical Teaching Visit (ECTV) by visiting GP (2 per term)
Procedural Log Book to be used for any off-site procedures sign off (ACRRM only)
Registrar Semester Feedback Report on Practice-end of term
General Practice Term 3 & 4 (GPT3/PRR3 & GPT4/PRR4)

Attendance at 2 registrar workshops
Training Advisor meetings (1 per term)
External Clinical Teaching Visit by visiting GP (1 in term 3)
Procedural Log Book to be used for any off-site procedures sign off for ACRRM Registrars
Diversity of Practice placement and reflection essay
GP term 3 Registrars are expected to undertake a clinical audit to comply with requirements as outlined
in both College curricula. Further information about this activity and completion dates will be forwarded
at the end of GP term 2.
Diversity of Practice Experience (RACGP Ruling)

All Registrars must have experience in more than one Practice during their training time. This can be
achieved by working 26 FTE days in another practice, preferably in a block form. Many practices already have
agreements in place to swap GP Registrars to fulfil this requirement. There will be an expectation that you
complete a short reflection essay of your experience and how it relates to the domains of general practice.
This will need to be submitted at the end of your diversity. A form is available for completion on GPRIME.
Practice Placement Rulings

All GPT1-2 and PRR1-2 placements are made through the Bogong Practice Match policy and procedure.
Registrars then sign a 12 month contract as an employee with a Practice.
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EXAMS/ASSESSMENTS
Eligibility to sit the appropriate College exams is not an automatic process.
Each College has specific requirements about time and core content completion that must be undertaken
prior to enrolling for the exams. The information about these requirements can be found on the respective
College websites.
http://www.racgp.org.au/education/fellowship/exams/exam-enrolments/
http://www.acrrm.org.au/operational-policies
Please discuss with your Training Advisor your readiness to sit exams.
Registrars will be expected to sit their FRACGP exams in their GPT3 term.
.
Formative Assessment RTP level
Regular monitoring throughout training
Registrar self identification of learning needs e.g. Communication Support
Supervisor feedback and review (ECT & Direct observations)
Medical Educator monitoring, feedback and review
Identify learning needs early and implement targeted support to assist as necessary
Extra training support can only occur prior to completion of mandatory training time not during
extension of time
The AIM competent, successful and self sustaining GPs
ACRRM Summative Assessment
Clinical Skills Logbook progressively completed
Summative MSF Anytime after 24 months of completed training
Summative MiniCEX Anytime after 24 months of completed training
MCQ Anytime after 12 months of completed training
StAMPS normally undertaken when all the above have been completed
Learning Portfolio
RACGP Summative Assessment
Completed 3 years of accredited training
Completed 3 years of Bogong mandatory requirements
Successfully complete the three (3) part exam which includes:
AKT Applied Knowledge Test
KFP Key Features Problems
OSCE Clinical Exam
Exams can be undertaken sequentially but must pass AKT before being able to sit the OSCE
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EXTENSION OF TRAINING TIME

Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) has a policy for Extension of Training Time.
A GP Registrar has a limited number of extensions available to them under the program.
They consist of:
6 months extension for administration purposes (exams passed and paperwork lodged)
6 months extension to undertake exams
6 months extension for additional/related training (over and above the set program)
Please ensure you read the policy, which can be found on the AGPT website as not all options are
available in all instances.
The GP Registrar should make every effort to complete their training within the three RACGP or four ACRRM
years allotted.
Bogong can only provide Registrars extra assistance to attain success in exams within the set 3 or 4 year
training period, and not within an extension period. Therefore, Bogong encourages all Registrars to sit their
exams early in GPT3 to allow time for extra assistance if required.
GPRIME (Bogongs On-Line Learning Platform)

BRTN have introduced an online registrar information management system GPRime has tools to assist you
in developing a learning plan, links to resources and provides information to you, your supervisor and your
training advisor.
A login tab is available to access GPRime from the Bogong website www.bogong.org.au. You can login to
the registrar area with a username and password. To change your password, click on My contact details and
enter your password and click on Update details.
Under the Forms and Documents section you will find some Cheat Sheets which will guide you through
the program.
GPRime is also the place where all information, material and dates on workshops and other activities can be
found.
It is a mandatory requirement of the BRTN training program to create and continue to update a Learning
Plan on GPRime. Contact the Bogong office if you experience difficulties with GPRime or forget your login
details.
All contact and correspondence from Bogong to GP Registrars is performed through this
platform. Please ensure you maintain the currency of your address, phone and email on
GPRime.
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OVERSEAS TRAINED DOCTORS (OTDs)

The term Overseas Trained Doctor (OTD) is interchangeable with International Medical Graduate (IMG). The
term OTD will be used for the remainder of this section and for better understanding of, and in compliance
with, the Health Insurance Act 1973 (Cth).
What is a 10 year moratorium?

To work in Australia, The Health Insurance Act 1973 (Cth) states that OTDs and foreign graduates of an
accredited medical school (FGAMS) will only be issues with a Medicare provider number if they work in
areas deemed by the government to be a district of workforce shortage (DWS) for a maximum of up to 10
years the moratorium period. In the Bogong GP Training region, most locations are classified Remoteness
Area 2 (RA2) (Inner Regional) with a 9 year moratorium; with some locations classified RA 3 (Outer Regional)
eligible for a 7 year moratorium. Registrars subject to Section 19AB of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (Cth)
are required to train in the rural pathway.
Exemption to the 10 year moratorium?

Section 19AB of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (Cth), commonly known as the 10-year moratorium, provides
exemption through amendments in 2010 and further amendments which took effect from February 2012.
The 10-year moratorium does not apply where:
The person was first recognised as a medical practitioner in Australia or New Zealand before 1997;
The person was an OTD or FGARM prior to January 1997 and before that date had applied to
undertake examinations to become a medical practitioner; or
The relevant medical service is provided more than 10 years after the person first became a medical
practitioner, and the person either first became a medical practitioner before 18 October 2001, was
a permanent resident or citizen of Australia or New Zealand at the time of becoming a medical
practitioner, or became a permanent Australian or New Zealander after first becoming a medical
practitioner.
Moratorium scaling
From 1 July 2010 the concept of scaling was introduced as an exemption under Section 19AB of the Health
Insurance Act 1973 (Cth) providing opportunity to reduce the moratorium period (from 10 years) by up to
five years, depending on the Remoteness Area of the location where they practice. Bogong only has RA 2 &
3 locations, ie 9 years/7 years.
New Zealand Doctors

From 1 April 2010, doctors who were New Zealand citizens or New Zealand permanent residents at the time
of commencement of a primary medical qualification gained in an accredited Australian or New Zealand
university will no longer be subject to Section 19AB of the Health Insurance Act 1973 (the 10-year
moratorium).
Further information is available from the Department of Health and Ageing Workforce Regulation Section:
19AB@health.gov.au.
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WHAT TO DO PRIOR TO COMMENCING A GP TERM

Contact the practice manager and supervisor at least two months before term begins. Ideally, meet faceto-face prior to commencing at Clinic. Discuss employment terms and conditions including accommodation.
As soon as you are advised of your placement the following paperwork must be attended to:
Recognition as a General Practitioner
Provision of Provider Number
Provision of Prescriber Number
These forms can take up to 5 weeks to process, so lodge them as soon as possible. Without
these, you will not be able to commence work at the practice, or be paid by Medicare. See below
for how to obtain these.
Registrar to provide to Practice

Current certificate of medical registration from Medical Practitioners Board
Proof of adequate current Medical Indemnity Insurance (including procedural if required)
Prescriber number see below
Provider number see below
Copy of HIC letters confirming: ROMPS (Rural Other Medical Practitioners Program) approval, 19AB
Exemption, entitlement to Medicare benefits if appropriate
Tax File Number declaration form
Details of nominated superannuation fund and fund membership number
Password for billing and clinical software inclusion
Letter from hospital confirming VMO appointment (if applicable)
On commencement of your term the practice manager will have an employment pack containing
other forms for signing, e.g. on-line Medicare claiming, Workcover etc.
How to acquire provider and prescriber numbers

Prior to your first placement in general practice it is vital that you have a provider number (a specific number
for each site in which you will practice). This gives you access to Medicare payments. Without it you cannot
be paid. Medicare cannot and will not backdate applications received after you have commenced work.
The documents described in the following paragraphs must be lodged with the HIC at least 21 working days
before your commencement date at a practice. It is your responsibility to lodge the documentation that
defines your placement within an approved general practice. In particular, the dates of placements must be
recorded correctly. Your practice manager is able to assist you with this.
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There are two forms required for your provider number application:
Application for Recognition as a General Practitioner Form

This form is required along with the provider number application form.
Go to GPRime Forms & Documents tab and download the form

Complete the sections on Registrar Details and Approved Training Practice Details
Practice manager then completes 'Approved Placement section
Supervisor completes the Supervisor/Mentor Details section and signs it
Practice Manager to fax the form to Bogong Office - 02 6024 7817
Bogong signs it and forwards it to GPET who further process the form and they send it to the HIC. The HIC
will then match it with your Medicare Provider Application and will then finalise your provider number and
prescriber number application. This process can take up to four weeks.
Application for Medicare Provider Number

Go to: www.medicareaustralia.gov.au
download the Application for a Provider Number for a Medical Practitioner form
most people use the apply for additional number form
Remember you need a site-specific provider number for each workplace
Complete registrar sections
Your Practice manager or supervisor completes the practice section
Post or fax directly to HIC (must be received at least 4 weeks before start of term)
Your Provider and prescriber number will be posted to you
Application for Medicare Prescriber Number

Go to: www.medicareaustralia.gov.au
Download the Application for Prescriber Number for Registered Medical Practitioner form.
NOTE: Before a Prescriber Number can be issued, you are required to attend a short educational course (about three hours)
on issues such as claims, accounts, the Australian Medicare Benefits Schedule and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (if not
already done for another prescriber number application).
Provider Numbers after Award of Fellowship

On award of Fellowship registrars must send the following to HIC:
Letter from the RACGP/ ACRRM confirming they are listed on the Fellowship Register
RACGP/ ACRRM "Application for Recognition as a Fellow"
HIC will then activate their provider number application within 7 days from the date it is received.
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Other tasks prior to commencing term

Meet/call your designated Training Advisor (the Bogong office can advise you who this is)
Explore the GPRime on-line learning platform which can be found on the BRTN website on
www.bogong.org.au
Purchase stethoscope, ophthalmoscope, otoscope if not provided by practice
Organise your doctors bag and, if required, prescription pads (PBS and Authority). To do this phone
HIC (132 290) AFTER obtaining Provider Number and Prescriber number (discuss with GP Supervisor
or Practice Manager)
Organise emergency medications (check with your GP Supervisor)
EMERGENCY MEDICINE COURSE

As part of its workshop program, Bogong registrars undertake a Rural Emergency Skills Training (REST)
course. This is a two-day workshop covering resuscitation BLS, ALS, and emergency procedures such as
thoracocentesis and is funded by Bogong.
Other emergency courses available are listed below. These courses are not funded by Bogong Regional
Training Network.
Emergency Life Support
Ph: 02 6766 9119
Fax: 02 6766 9117
Email: elscourse@bigpond.com
http://www.elscourse.com.au/ELS/Course/Introduction.asp
Advanced Paediatric Life Support
Ph: 03 9412 9222
Fax: 03 9415 9622
email: info@apls.org.au
http://www.apls.org.au/
Early Management of Severe Trauma
Ph: 03 9249 1277
Fax: 03 9249 1298
email: college.emst@surgeons.org
http://www.surgeons.org
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RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of prior learning with time credit (RPL)
GP Registrars may apply for recognition of prior learning with time credit (RPL) for their post-intern hospital
training experience. For registrars granted RPL of their hospital training, they are eligible for up to a
maximum of 52 weeks exemption from the time requirements of training.
In order for RPL to be granted the following criteria must be met:
The experience must have taken place in hospital posts accredited by the RACGP
The rotations are approved by a Bogong medical educator as appropriate training fulfilling the
requirements of the core disciplines of hospital training
The applicant provides satisfactory documentation from the employing hospital of his/her hospital
experience relating to the period for which RPL is being sought
The applicant was unconditionally medically registered in Australia for the entire period
Applications for RPL are made on the appropriate form, available for download on GPRime. Registrars who
feel they may be eligible must apply within the first 2 months of beginning training in the AGPT program.
RPL applications should be discussed with your training advisor. Applications are assessed by Bogong medical
educators according to GPET, ACRRM & RACGP guidelines.
RPL with time credit is only applicable after full registration
RPL can also be used for Advanced Rural Skills Posts
RPL applications must include a portfolio of documentation to provide evidence of the relevance of
their prior learning to the learning objectives of training.
Approval of RPL applications is the responsibility of a Bogong senior medical educator and the
RACGP State Censor.
Registrars who feel they may be eligible must apply within the first 2 months of beginning training
in the AGPT Program.
RPL should be discussed with your Training Advisor, who can assist with the application.
RPL for ACRRM candidates can be applied for also. Please contact Dr Peter Keppel to discuss this
further or via the ACRRM website.
Recognition of prior learning without time credit (RC)

Registrars may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning without time credit (RC) for their post-intern hospital
training experience for either hospital or special skills or both. The same criteria must be met as for RPL. The
difference to RPL is that applicants successful in gaining RC must complete a minimum of three (3) years of
training. The purpose of obtaining RC is to ensure recognition is recorded of mandatory hospital rotations.
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RENTAL/RELOCATION (2015) ASSISTANCE POLICY

Bogong is in a position to provide some financial assistance for Registrars relocating their household due to
GP training requirements. Claims will be assessed individually and approval based on the following eligibility
criteria outlined for relocation expense and rental assistance support.
1. Relocation expense reimbursement is offered up to maximum of $1,000 per household for
registrars relocating for training purposes.
Criteria for eligibility:
Relocation expense can only be claimed once per household.
Reimbursement will be paid directly to the Registrar on lodgement of claim form (refer GPRime)
including tax receipt as evidence of expense incurred.
Claim covers expense items only. Assets such as trailers or luggage racks do not qualify for
reimbursement.
Claims are requested to be lodged by 30 June of the relevant training year.
2. Rental assistance is available at the current rate of $130 + GST per week per household for
GPT1 and GPT2 training terms. Funding will be paid directly to the training practice.
Criteria for eligibility:
Support is available (only) to registrars maintaining their primary residence in another
location during their GPT1 and GPT2 training period.
Rental assistance will be paid directly to the Practice once each term on lodgement of tax
invoice raised by the Practice and signed declaration by the Registrar and Practice delegate
(Refer Appendix R)
Rental or mortgage documents are required plus a current utility invoice pertaining to the
other property to confirm it is the registrars primary residence.
Download the appropriate declaration form from GPRime
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OTHER GRANTS AND SUBSIDIES

General Practice Rural Incentive Program (GPRIP)
See information sheet at back of Handbook.
Rural Procedural Grants Program

Both RACGP and ACRRM have been contracted by the Department of Health and Ageing to administer the
Rural Procedural Grants Program (RPGP). It provides funding to assist GP proceduralists in rural and remote
areas to maintain and upgrade their skills. Please see the ACRRM website www.acrrm.org.au or RACGP
website www.racgp.org.au/rural/traininggrants
HECS Reimbursement Scheme

The HECS Reimbursement Scheme aims to promote careers in rural medicine and increase the number of
doctors in rural and regional Australia in the longer term.
The HECS Reimbursement Scheme reimburses HECS debts of medical students should they choose to train
and work in rural and remote communities. Communities gain improved access to health services as more
doctors move to work in these areas.
Under the Scheme, doctors are able to reduce the period for reimbursement of the cost of their medical
studies from five years to two years depending on the classification of their training or practice location
according to the Australian Standard Geographical Classification Remoteness Area (ASGC-RA).
Further information including guidelines can be obtained at www.doctorconnect.gov.au or by contacting
Medicare Australia on 1800 010 550.
Department of Human Services (DHS) Continuing Professional Development

(CPD) for Rural GPs Subsidy Program
The program enables GPs working in rural general practice in Victoria to claim up to $3,000 per financial year
for CPD activities. Please contact RWAV direct o confirm what subsidies are currently available.
For more information contact RWAV on (03) 9349 7800 or www.rwav.com.au.
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EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Guidelines for Leave
A registrar is entitled to 4 weeks paid (by the employing practice) annual recreational leave per annum (prorata for part time).
Any registrar seeking leave in excess of 6 weeks of annual recreational leave must apply for leave from the
program, in advance, to Bogong Regional Training Network.
Leave of absence may only be approved for up to one year.
Leave of absence from the program is not approved for unsupervised work in general practice.
Leave of absence from the program is not normally available in the first year of enrolment with the Training
Program
Registrars cannot commence training with leave of absence from the Program. Please refer to the AGPT
Policy on www.gpet.com.au.
Parental Leave
Female GP registrars are eligible for parental leave of up to 12 months following the birth of each child.
Male GP registrars are eligible for parental leave for up to 12 months per child/children where the GP
registrar is to be the primary caregiver of the newborn child/children.
Parental leave is similarly available to registrars who become legal guardians or adoptive parents.
There is no limit on the number of periods of parental leave available for an enrolled registrar, provided the
registrar continues to fulfil any requirements of the Training Program for a GP registrar on leave.
Parental leave is in addition to the entitlement for elective time/leave of absence.
Where both parents are GP registrars, either parent is eligible for parental leave but not both concurrently.
At the completion of parental leave the GP registrar is normally expected to return to active training.
Employment arrangements
Registrars in GPT1 and GPT2 GP Terms are employed by practices in accordance with the National Minimum
Terms and Conditions (NMTC). Individual employment agreements are negotiated with your GP Supervisors
and should be finalised prior to starting your GP Term. You should take the time to read through any
proposed contract and compare it with the NMTC. A copy of the NMTC can be found on GPRime. You
should retain a copy of your signed contract once appropriately negotiated. The GPRA also have a list of
Distinguishing features of employees/independent contractors available on their website
www.gpra.org.au.
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SUPPORT STAFF
Registrar Liaison Officer (RLO)
The role of the RLO is to maintain regular contact with registrars and facilitate their input into future
development, implementation and evaluation of the training program. The RLO can be a point of contact for
Registrars with questions or concerns regarding their training. They are also able to represent local registrars
on the GPRA.
Our current Registrar Liaison Officer is Dr Felicity Brettig. Her contact details are available on pg 7.
Registrar Board Member

A BRTN registrar will be nominated for election as a Director of the Board of BRTN. If you have an interest in
this position please contact the Executive Assistant to the CEO.
Training Advisor (TA)

Each registrar is allocated a Training Advisor prior to the commencement of their training. The role of the
training advisor is to:
Provide mentorship / career guidance
Help the registrar to develop a whole of training career plan which addresses both clinical
development and personal well being when career choices are being made.
Assist the Registrar in completing applications for Recognition of prior learning
o ( RPL ) or Retrospective credit ( RC )
Oversee the development and review the evolution of Registrars individual and specific learning
plans and recording of those on GPRime.
Meet at least twice per year it is up to you to arrange these meetings.
Medical Educators (ME)

Medical Educators are experienced local GPs with an interest in education. They have responsibility for
various educational roles within Bogong RTN, and coordinate the Education Workshops. They are available
to assist with learning plans and education resources.
Medical Educators may also be an active Training Advisor and Supervisor within a Practice.
External Clinical Teaching Visitors (ECTV)

ECT visitors conduct teaching visits to registrars within their current post. Visitors are experienced GP
Supervisors based in the region. ECTVs provide a valuable learning opportunity and important feedback on
your skills. The ECT visitor will sit with you for one session at an agreed time. The visitor will complete a
feedback report on GPRime after the visit which you will have access to.
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Direct Observations (or video)

Direct observation is the observing and giving feedback by your Supervisor on clinical skills in the practice
environment. It is one of the most valuable ways for GP Registrars to learn clinical skills and it is also the only
way to really assess how a GP Registrar is performing with patients.
These sessions will occur in addition to the required practice based teaching time for your GP term and your
two (2) clinical teaching visits.
It is useful when discussing these sessions with your GP Supervisor that you think about some of the barriers
to direct observation and how you might try and minimise these during your direct observation sessions. If
you have any concerns or issues regarding direct observation it is important to discuss these with your GP
Supervisor.
Your GP Supervisor will complete a feedback form on GPRime following each session and this will be
available to you to help plan your ongoing learning during the term. It is highly recommended that you
undertake your own video to reflect and learn from your consultations. Please speak to your practice
manager about gaining patient consent, and access to video equipment.
GP Supervisors
The programs principle teaching resource is our committed and enthusiastic group of GP Supervisors based
in accredited private practices in the region. Practices are all accredited teaching practices in accordance
with the current RACGP or ACRRM Standards for Training Posts. Supervisors meet regularly to share teaching
and learning skills.
GP Supervisor Liaison Officer (SLO)

The GP Supervisor Liaison Officer provides a point of contact between GP Supervisors and Bogong RTN. They
also represent local GP Supervisors on the National GP Supervisors Association.
Registrar Assistance Program

Should a registrar have difficulty meeting the requirements of training, Bogong may initiate some learning
assistance. As Bogong is committed to training GPs to achieve vocational registration, it is important to know
if a registrar is having difficulties. An assistance plan enables Bogong to provide extra supervision and tuition
as required to ensure a registrar achieves their goals of FRACGP or FACRRM qualification for unsupervised
general practice.
Areas of assistance include:
Extra teaching time

Communication and Language Support (CLS)
Study Group
Extra ECT visits and direct observations.
Most of this assistance can only be given during the core training years and not during extension of time.
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COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES

In the event of a dispute arising involving a GP Registrar, trainer or member of the Bogong staff the
disagreement will be discussed and a resolution attempted. Four stages have been developed for this
purpose:
Stage One
The complainant, their supervisor and an independent party shall discuss the issue and develop a solution.
Resolution is by consensus agreement. This group may meet face to face or by teleconference.
The resolution of any dispute requiring the involvement of the above group must be reported in writing by
an employee of Bogong to the CEO of Bogong and must be acceptable to him/herself and the Board of
Bogong.
Stage Two
If the issue cannot be resolved at Stage One a group consisting of the parties to the complainant, with
representatives, and the CEO will be convened. The CEO will chair the meeting. This group may meet faceto-face or by teleconference. Resolution will be by consensus agreement.
Stage Three
If the dispute is not settled through the Stage Two mechanism the disagreement shall be brought before the
Board of Bogong. Both parties to the dispute must be present and may be represented by a nominee of his
or her choice. This meeting may be face-to-face or by video or teleconference. After hearing submissions
from both parties to the dispute, the Board shall meet in private and the Board shall make a decision on the
matter by majority vote.
Stage Four
Further avenues for appeal depend on the parties in dispute.
If one of the parties is a GP Registrar arbitration by the GPET Appeals Panel is the appropriate course of
action. If one party is a trainer/ supervisor arbitration by an appropriate body can be called upon.
While the dispute and the dispute resolution mechanism remains contained within the processes of Bogong,
costs other than any costs associated with the complainant obtaining legal advice or service, will be borne by
Bogong. At no stage will any legal or associated costs be borne by Bogong on behalf of the complainant. A
copy of the Bogong Policy is available on GPrime.
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USEFUL RESOURCES
In addition to this handbook, it is recommended that registrars embarking on vocational training through
BRTN read over the following important documents.
GPET Handbook: The Australian General Practice Training Guide for GP Registrars is the key reference on
current policies, requirements and features of vocational training for general practice. It provides
information on the Training Program, details of eligibility and arrangements for teaching and supervision in
training posts. This handbook can be found on the AGPT website www.agpt.com.au and on GPRime.
RACGP Curriculum: The curriculum document outlines the knowledge base to be covered toward
attainment of the FRACGP. A copy of the curriculum document can be found on the RACGP website.
See http://www.racgp.org.au/curriculum
ACRRM Primary Curriculum: This is intended for those who may wish to pursue attainment of the FACRRM.
The document covers the knowledge base for the FACRRM, which provides recognition of specialist skills in
Rural and Remote Medicine as a distinct specialty area. This encompasses some more advanced specifically
rural skills.
See http://www.acrrm.org.au for the curriculum.
Recommended texts for General Practice
Murtaghs General Practice 4th Edition, 2007, and Companion Handbook

Practice Tips Murtagh 3rd edition/2000 surgical techniques, other procedures
Royal Childrens Hospital Paediatric Handbook (Melbourne) Paxton
Clinical Sports Medicine Brukner & Khan
Therapeutic Guidelines practice should have copy on computer, or online password
Australian Medicines Handbook yearly updates. Usually receive this free with RACGP membership
From RACGP (once you have financial registrar membership) www.racgp.org.au:

Australian Medicines Handbook
Australian Family Physician (AFP) journal of general practice. Has clinical challenge questions at
rear of journal
Check program exam-style practice questions with answers and clinical info sent out each month.
Sent out in plastic package monthly with the AFP journal
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Other useful resources:
Medical Observer youll automatically be sent these newspaper style medical news updates
Australian Doctor the How to treat sections are very useful
GP Learning www.gplearning.com.au - good website with multiple choice style questions
Audio Pod casts on RACGP website www.racgp.org.au see pod casts section on left-side menu. Good
for learning on car trips! Others on GPRA website www.gpra.org.au ; also drive time CDs sent out
regularly
www.dermnet.nz good dermatology site
Up to Date Bogong provides each clinic with this online resource; ask you Practice Manager for the
password. A useful resource for most topics.
Fitzpatricks Dermatology Atlas
Ophthalmology texts multiple available
Clinical Cases for GP Exams, Susan Wearne has history and patient instructions so you can practice
for the clinical exam. A copy of this book should be in your Practice.
Rural Health Education Foundation (RHEF) Satellite Broadcasts and CDs; www.rhef.com.au/upcomingprograms/
Palliative Care The Nitty Gritty Handbook
Registrar Practice Pack

BRTN have been fortunate enough to supply all our Accredited Practices who have a GPT1/GPT2 Registrar
training with them a Registrar Resource Pack. The pack is to be available for use by the Registrar and
includes the following items:
ThermoScan
Lumi-View Vorothscope Headlamp
Dermatoscope
Diagnostic Set with Otoscope and Coaxial Ophth
Family Multi Cuff Kit
Hi-Bebe Foetal Ultrasound Doppler
Thermoscan & Finger Tip Pulse Oximeter
Text Books: Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine and Oxford Textbook of Medicine
Murtaghs General Practice 4th Edition, 2007, and Companion Handbook
Up to date (online resource)
Therapeutic Guidelines (online)
The pack remains the property of BRTN and must remain at the practice at all times.
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WHOM TO RING AT BOGONG REGIONAL TRAINING NETWORK

Linda Moon
CEO
Sue Porter
Executive Assistant
Deanne Sweetland
Operations and Training Manager
Robyn Matthews
Karen Dixon
Finance and Business Manager

Program Development Manager
Mary-Anne Scully
Isabelle Swanson
Marketing and Communications

Officer
Education Program Co-ordinator
Jo Hamilton
Training Administrator
Jane Delaney
Administration and Records Assistant
Robyn Bottrell
Finance Officer
Jenna Peerman
Administration Assistant
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Governance
Board matters
Complaints/Grievances
Registrar Remediation
Executive support to CEO & Board
Admin support to Business Manager
Governance
Diary coordination and Promotional Activities
Registrar Practice Match and Placement
GPRIME
Registrar remediation
Registrar Recruitment
Operations Management
Transfers
Budgets / Funding
OTDNet
ACCRM WBA
IMG Program
Press Releases
Newsletter/Media material
Registrar enquiries
Registrar Workshop Co-ordinator
ARST / Extended Skill posts / AST
Registrar enquiries
New Registrar Intake
Practice and Supervisor Accreditation
GPRIME
Practice Managers Workshop
Supervisor Workshops
Registrar Recruitment
RPL and ESL queries, GPRIME
Provider No. Forms
Registrar enquiries
REST course
ECT Visits
Registrar accounts
Subsidy + relocation queries
Practice Invoices
General Queries
GPRIME login + passwords
Registrar Enrolment
Practice Profile on website
Direct Observations
Completion of Training submission
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APPENDICES
Acronyms
Things to do in the region
Organisations State and National
GPRIP Fact Sheet
Distinguishing features of employees/independent contractors
Bogong Regional Training Networks Privacy Policy
Sign off sheet
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Acronyms
ACRRM
AGPT
AMA
ARST
ASGC-RA
AWRGPN
BLT
BRTN
CPD
CME
ECTV
ES
FACRRM
FARGP
FRACGP
GP
GPET
GPR
GPRIP
GPRime
GPRA
GPS
GPSLO
IMG
ME
OTD
PLW
RACGP
RC
RDAA
RDANSW
RDAV
REST
RPL
RLO
RMFN
RRIPS
RRMEO
RTP
RWAV
TA
VR
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Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Australian General Practice Training
Australian Medical Association
Advanced Rural Skills Training post
Australia Standard Geographical Classification Remote Areas
Albury Wodonga Regional General Practice Network (Formerly Border Division of General Practice)
Bogong Learning Task
Bogong Regional Training Network
Continuing Professional Development
Continuing Medical Education
External Clinical Teaching Visit
Extended Skills post
Fellowship of ACRRM qualification
Fellowship of Advanced Rural General practice qualification
Fellowship of RACGP qualification
General Practitioner
General Practice Education and Training Ltd
General Practice Registrar
General Practice Rural Inc Program
GP Registrar Information Management and Education
General Practice Registrars Australia
General Practice Supervisor
General Practice Supervisor Liaison Officer
International Medical Graduate
Medical Educator
Overseas Trained Doctor
Peer Learning Workshop
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Retrospective Credit
Rural Doctors Association of Australia
Rural Doctors Association of New South Wales
Rural Doctors Association of Victoria
Rural Emergency Skills Training course
Recognition of Prior Learning
Registrar Liaison Officer
Rural Medical Family Network
Registrar Rural Incentive Payment Scheme
Rural and Remote Medical Education Online
Regional Training Provider
Rural Workforce Agency Victoria
Training Advisor
Vocational Registration
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Things to do in the Region

ACTIVITIES
Canoe along the Murray River..Albury Backpackers
Wine tasting..Rutherglen, Milawa, King Valley, Alpine Valleys, Nagambie, Seymour,
Downhill skiing, Cross-country skiing, snowboarding..Mt Buller, Falls Creek, Mt Hotham - see local ski
shops for reduced price locals tickets
Water-skiing on Lake Mulwala and Lake Hume
Bushwalking
Road cycling or mountain biking
Ride along the rail-trails
Visit our historic towns such as Beechworth, Chiltern, and Yackandandah
Fishing
Gliding and Paragliding
Ballooning
Play golf
Horse riding
Many nice restaurants/cafes
FESTIVALS
Opera in the Alps
Dederang Picnic Races
Thredbo Blues Festival
Myrtleford Festival
Tastes of Rutherglen
Yackandandah Folk Festival
Bright Autumn Festival
Beechworth Harvest Festival
Thredbo Jazz Festival
Rutherglen Winery Walkabout
Ski season opening
Beechworth Celtic Festival
Brown Brothers Wine & Food Festival
La Dolce Vita Festival
Wangaratta Jazz Festival
Carols in the Alps
January
January
January
March
March
March
April - May
May
May
Queens birthday weekend June
Queens birthday weekend June
November
November
November
November
December
For detailed information on local attractions and facilities access:

www.alburywodongaaustralia.com.au
www.greatershepparton.com.au
www.visitwangaratta.com.au
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www.murrayriver.com.au
www.visitvictoria.com
www.riverinatourism.com.au
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Organisations State and National

ACRRM Head Office
Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine
GPO Box 2507
Brisbane, QLD 4001
Ph (07) 3105 8200
Freecall 1800223266
Fax (07) 3105 8299
acrrm@acrrm.org.au
www.acrrm.org.au
AMA Victoria
Australian Medical Association VIC
293 Royal Parade
Parkville, VIC 3052
Ph 1800 810 451
Fax (03) 9280 8786
amavic@amavic.com.au
www.amavic.com.au
RACGP National HQ
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
RACGP College House
1 Palmerston Crescent
South Melbourne, VIC 3205
Ph (03) 8699 0414
Fax (03) 8699 0400
racgp@racgp.org.au
www.racgp.org.au
AMA NSW
Australian Medical Association NSW
PO Box 121
St Leonards, NSW 2065
Tel: (02) 9439 8822
Tollfree: 1800 813 423
Fax: (02) 9438 3760
Tollfree: 1300 889017
www.nswama.com.au
General Practice Registrars Australia

GPO Box 78
Canberra, ACT 2601
Ph 1300 131 198
Fax 1300 650 223
enquiries@gpra.com.au
www.gpra.com.au
RDAV
Rural Doctors Association of Victoria
PO Box 75
Mount Beauty, VIC 3699
Ph: Kathy 0408 278 052
execassist@rdav.com.au
www.rdav.com.au
RWAV
Rural Workforce Agency of Victoria
Level 2.20 Queen Rd
Melbourne, VIC 3001
Ph: (03) 9349 7800
Fax (03) 9320 0401
www.rwav.com.au
RMFN
Rural Medical Family Network
458 Swanston Street
Carlton, VIC 3053
Ph (03) 9349 7800
Fax (03) 9349 4211
rmfn@rwav.com.au
www.rwav.com.au/rmfn
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Organisations Regional
North East Health Wangaratta
Green St
Wangaratta, VIC 3677
Contact: Ellen Hudson
Ph: (03) 5722 0260
Goulburn Valley Health

Graham St
Shepparton, VIC 3630
Contact: Amy Dainton
Ph: (03) 5832 2739
Albury/Wodonga Regional Health Service

Wodonga Campus
Vermont St
Wodonga, VIC 3690
Ph:(02) 60517543
Albury/Wodonga Regional Health Service

Albury Campus
Borella Rd
Albury, NSW 2640
Ph: (02) 60517543
University of Melbourne Department of Rural

Health
PO Box 6500
Ph: (03) 5823 4500
Fax: (03) 5823 4555
University of New South Wales Department of

Rural Health
P O Box 3004
Albury, NSW 2640
Contact: Dr Peter Vine
Ph (02) 6058 4615
Fax (02) 6042 1300
Hume Medicare Local

594 Hovell St
PO Box 651
Albury, NSW 2640
Contact: David Dart
Ph: (02) 6041 0000
Fax: (02) 6041 0041
Goulburn Valley Medicare Local

226 Wyndham St
PO Box 1074
Contact: Phillip Bain
Ph: (03) 5831 5399
Fax: (03) 5831 5398
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GPRIP Fact Sheet

Retention Component
Q1.1 What is the new General Practice Rural Incentives Program?
The new General Practice Rural Incentives Program (GPRIP) will replace the Registrars Rural Incentive Payments Scheme
(RRIPS), which applied to GP Registrars on the AGPT program, and the Rural Retention Program, which applied to GPs.
GPRIP will also include a Relocation Incentive Grant component.
The new incentives program will provide a consistent set of incentive payments that applies on an equivalent basis for
GPs and Registrars practicing in rural locations. Under RRIPS, GP Registrars were eligible for higher grant payments. This
new program will streamline the administration of incentive payments and provide parity between GPs and GP
Registrars.
The level of incentives will now be based on the Australian Standard Geographical Classification Remoteness Areas
(ASGC-RA) classification system.
Q1.2 When will the General Practice Rural Incentives Program start?
GPRIP will start from 1 July 2010. For GPs, this means payments falling due form the September quarter onwards will be
calculated according to the new rules.
Q1.3 How will GPRIP work for GPs?

The retention component will work in a similar way to the current Rural Retention Program. However, the payment
rates and qualifying periods will change. Incentives will be paid according to a sliding scale based on the ASGC-RA
category and the length of time in a rural location outlined below.
Period of time (years) in a rural location
ASGC-RA
Classification
0.5
3-4
5+
RA2
$2,500
$4,500
$7,500
$12,000
RA3
$4,000
$6,000
$8,000
$13,000
$18,000
RA4
$5,500
$8,000
$13,000
$18,000
$27,000
RA5
$8,000
$13,000
$18,000
$27,000
$47,000
Under GPRIP, doctors will become eligible for an initial payment earlier and will be able to receive much higher
retention payments than were previously available to GPs.
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Q1.4 Which payment rate will I receive if I have already been receiving payments under the current Rural
Retention Program?
The payment rate will be determined based on the number of years (measured in active quarters) of service the doctor
has completed in one or more ASGC-RA 2-5 locations.
Q1.5 What will happen if the new payment rate is lower than it would have been under the Rural
Retention Program?
Receiving RRP payments
Doctors that become eligible for an RRP payment before 1 July 2010 (payments falling on or before the June quarter
2010) and have maintained their continuous service requirements will receive whichever is the greater of the new
payment rate or the payment they would have received had the Rural Retention Program continued.
Completing RRP qualifying period
Doctors that, at 1 July 2010, are completing a qualifying period under the Rural Retention Program and have
maintained their continuous service requirements will receive whichever is greater of the new payment rate or the
payment they would have received had the Rural Retention Program continued.
New to rural areas from 1 July 2010
Doctors that move to a rural area after 1 July 2010 will be subject to the GPRIP payment rates and rules.
Q1.6 Are Specialists eligible for GPRIP?

GPRIP is aimed at retaining general practitioners. The services eligible for GPs will be the same as those currently
eligible under the Rural Retention Program. These are clinical services that are equivalent to the General Medical
Services Section of the Medicare Benefits Schedule book. This includes:
Category 1 Professional attendances
Category 2 Diagnostic procedures and investigations
Category 3 Therapeutic services
Eligible services do not include diagnostic imaging, pathology services, dentistry or optometry.
Q1.7 What is the ASGC-RA category of my practice location? How can I find out which ASGC-RA category a
location is in?
A web site has been established for people to determine the ASGC-RA category of any location. This can be accessed by
visiting www.doctorconnect.gov.au and clicking the link on the homepage called Remoteness Area Locator.
Q1.8 Will there continue to be a Flexible Payments System under GPRIP?

Yes. The Flexible Payments System will continue but assessment will transfer to the new rules for the Program.
Q1.9 Will my eligibility accrued as a Registrar continue when I become a GP?

Eligibility gained by Registrars can be retained on becoming a GP. For this to happen the period from the last Registrar
payment to the first GP payment must satisfy the continuous service requirements under the rules for GPs (this means
maintaining four active quarters in every eight).
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Distinguishing features of employees/independent contractors

Features of
relationship
Lawful authority to
command
How is the work
performed?
Risk
Place of performance
Hours of work
Leave entitlements
Payment
Expenses
Appointment
Termination
Delegation
Employee (contract or services)
Contractor (contract for services)
Employer has the right to direct the way in which

work is done
At the request of the employer
Contract is for a given result. Contractor works on

his/her own
Contract for a specific task/series of tasks.
Contractor has high level of discretion and
flexibility as to how to perform the tasks. Contract
may, however, specify precise terms such as
methods of performance
Independent contractor bears the commercial risk
and responsibility for poor work in performing the
task
Contractor provides own assets and may work at
a number of locations
Sets own hours of work
No leave entitlements
Employee bears little or no risk which is borne by

the employer. The employer is generally
responsible for any loss resulting from poor work
Generally at the employers premises
Standard/set hours
General entitlement to annual leave, long service
leave, sick leave, etc.
Generally paid on hourly basis/award rates
Reimbursed for expenses incurred during
employment
Generally recruited via advertisement placed by
employer/agency/approached by employer
May dismiss at any time subject to state/federal
laws
Employee cannot delegate tasks (except for
delegation of duties to others as part of the role)
Equipment
Usually provided by employer
Scheduling of work
Expectation of work
Method of payment
Taxation
Relationship to
business
Ability to accept other
work
Right to refuse work
Determined by employer
Ongoing expectation
Usually per award/employment agreement
Employee pays PAYG tax (via employer)
Employee is usually integral part of business
Usually restricted to work for one employer
during agreed hours
Cannot refuse reasonable task
Payment subject to performance of the contract

Responsible for own expenses
Advertises services to the public at large
May only terminate if breaches contract by
agreement
Contractor may delegate all or some tasks and
may employ other persons to assist (unless
contract expressly precludes this)
Contract usually specifies who will provide
equipment usually contractor
Determined by agreement between the parties
Usually engaged for a specific task/period
Usually invoices
Contractor usually pays own tax
Contractors work usually accessory to business
Can work for other clients
Contract governs tasks to be performed which are
agreed in advance
*Extract from GPRA website 2011
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Privacy Policy Bogong Regional Training Network

Detail
The purpose of this document is to outline Bogong Regional Training Networks privacy policy, explain how it
will affect our clients and how their personal details are used and protected. The Privacy Act and the
National Privacy Principles (NPP) apply to the collection, use and disclosure of an individuals personal
information relating to companies or businesses.
What is personal information?
Personal Information is any information relating to an individual that is held in a record by an organisation,
such as your name and address.
What is sensitive information?
Sensitive information is personal information such as health information and information about personal
attributes such as ethnic or racial origin, membership of organisations such as trade unions, religious or
political affiliations.
How and why Bogong collects your personal information
Information is usually collected by phone, email, fax or questionnaire at personal meetings. The information
gathered is necessary to assist Bogong in its function of providing general practice education and training
and related services
Bogong needs your consent in order to use your information, in accordance with the Privacy Act and the
NPPs. In some instances, if you do not provide consent, we may be unable to assess or process your
information to provide you with the programs or services you require.
Protection and security of your personal information
Bogong maintains the confidentiality and security of your personal information by restricting access to those
staff and service providers required to provide management and administration services. A range of
security measures is also in place designed to prevent the misuse, unauthorised access, modification or
disclosure of your personal information.
Disclosure of your personal information to other parties
It will be necessary for Bogong to disclose your personal information to certain third parties in the managing
and administering of your vocational training program. Examples of the types of organisations to which we
may disclose your information include:
Medical Educators employed by Bogong
GP Supervisors and Training Practices in the Bogong region;
Organisations undertaking compliance reviews of the business or reviews of the accuracy or
completeness of the information;
Organisations undertaking evaluation of the operations of Bogong.
Organisations providing: maintenance of our information technology systems; printing of our
standard documents and correspondence; financial transaction services.
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Organisations providing educational programs or other services that may be beneficial to your
training including Royal College of Australian General Practitioners; Australian College of Rural &
Remote Medicine; Hume Medical Local and Goulburn Valley Medical Local
Board of Directors of Bogong Regional Training Network Limited.
Bogong endeavours to ensure that any individual or organisation to which it discloses your personal
information, has appropriate privacy protocols in place. Where you wish to authorise any other parties to
act on your behalf, or to receive information, please notify us in writing.
Bogong does not supply, sell or rent its clients information to any unrelated third parties for the purpose of
those third parties marketing their products or services to you. However Bogong will disclose your personal
information in circumstances where it has statutory obligations or is required by law to do so.
What to do if you have a Privacy Complaint
Bogong is committed to resolving your privacy complaint as quickly as possible and has procedures in place
to help resolve any problems or complaints efficiently. Its aim is to assist you by reaching a satisfactory
solution as soon as possible.
Bogong may also exercise its right to deny access to particular information in certain circumstances, such as
when legal proceedings may have commenced. If access to your personal information is denied, Bogong will
explain the reasons why.
Quality of your information
Bogong relies on the correctness of the information you supply. Please contact Bogong if any of your
personal information is incorrect, has changed or requires updating. This includes your name and address,
phone numbers and email contact address.
How long is your personal information kept?
Your personal information is kept as long as it is required to provide the training services that you receive via
Bogong. It will then be Archived in our filing system for a further seven years.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
If you have any questions about privacy, wish to access your information, or are concerned about privacy at
Bogong Regional Training Network Limited please email Bogong Regional Training Network Ltd at
bogong@bogong.org.au. You will be contacted within 24 hours of your email being received.
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Instructions for Registrar
A useful educational skill for GPs is to be able to research a topic and present to a group of
colleagues. The Bogong Learning Task (BLT) requires GP Registrars to research and present a
topic during the PLW program. Generally, the presentation will take the form of a Power Point
based presentation, but different formats such as the development and facilitation of skills
stations or role plays, or the development of an on-line based presentation, might be
negotiated. Topics might link with themes from the education workshops or be allocated
depending on areas of expertise or need. Your GP supervisors will assist with resources and
suggestions for the presentation task. Please read through the details of the task below, check
of each step as you complete each part of the task, and, be sure to ask one of the Medical
Education Team if you have any concerns.
Task Detail
Completed
Step 1 Allocation of topic and task

Your topic will be allocated by the Medical Education team. You will receive a
detailed scenario and issues that you will need to address. If you have any
concerns or questions, please clarify as soon as possible with the appropriate
Medical Educator.
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Step 2 - Research
You are required to engage in broad research - that is applicable to General
Practice. This will include meeting with you GP supervisor, but could include
PubMed Searches, reading textbooks and journal papers, searching websites
for clinical guidelines, discussing with colleagues (and Specialists) and so on
Research
- Define the clinical question you are investigating
- find the right information resource to search for answers to your
question(s)
- appraise or rate the information on a quality basis
- Reference information well. (Note that K.Davey 2012 is not adequate!)
Step 3 - Prepare draft presentation
Components of your presentation:
- Session plan or running sheet to guide you through the actually
presentation to your peers
- Supporting PPTto augment your presentation
- Handout short summary of key points / implications
- References / resources accessed and used, including quality?
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Task Detail
Completed
Step 4 Collaboration (would miss step 4 if completing individually)

You will need to meet with your Buddy Registrar who has been given the
same topic and scenario. You should share and discuss your draft
presentations, taking opportunities to moderate and build on each others
work. Make sure that you share all 4 components of your draft presentation.
- Session plan / running sheet
- PPPT
- Handout - summary of key points/ implications
- References / resources used
Task Detail
Yes
No
Completed
Step 6 Review, and preparation of final presentation

Use feedback from moderation to inform final presentation
- Session plan
- PPT
- Handouts
- References / resources used
Step 7 Preparation for actual presentation at workshop
Final copy of ppt, session plan, handout and references /resources used to be
given to Bogong Office - 1 week prior to workshop
Any final concerns to be discussed with supervisor / buddy
Yes
No
Yes
No
Step 8 Presentation at workshop

- Check that technology works, ppt ready to go, handouts available
- Ensure total familiarity with content
- Stand to make presentation
- Speak loudly and clearly
- Ensure suitable introduction and close of presentation
- Encourage the group to ask questions and make comments
Step 9 Feedback
A Medical Educator will to talk with you and provide feedback based on the checklist below
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Feedback Checklist (used by the Medical Educators)

The Medical Educators will use the following checklist as a basis to providing you with feedback about
your Bogong Learning Task
Workshop:
Topic:
Registrar name:
Medical
Educator Name:
Things to look for:
Comments
Preparation
Session plan
Ppt
Handouts
List of references
Introduction to the Session
introduce topic
explain the objective/outcome of
session
check existing knowledge
spark interest
Content / research
defined critical question
research applicable to GP
quality research
suitable response to scenario
appropriately referenced
Communication Skills
Encourages questions
Listening
Clarifying
Responds effectively to questions
Summarising to move on
Facilitation Skills
Movement
Enthusiasm/ Energy
Knowledgeable
Confident with subject matter
Provokes thought
Close of Session
Summarises key points (outcomes)
covered
Asks for questions
Thanks group for participation
Options for future learning
General Comments
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Registrar Handbook Sign off sheet

It is critical that you have read and understood the information in this Registrar Handbook.
Although a number of the topics covered in the handbook will be addressed during the Orientation
Workshop, you are required to have read through the handbook and identified any concerns or questions
you might have, prior to that workshop.
If you do have any questions, please bring them to the Orientation Workshop. If we are unable to
answer all questions during the workshop, we will contact you in the following couple of weeks.
Please indicate that you have read through the Registrar Handbook by signing and dating below.
I have read the Bogong Registrar Handbook and have / will email any unresolved issues I might have to
bogong@bogong.org.au
Registrar Name:
Registrar Signature:
Date:
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Registrar Consent Form Photography, Video, Audio

Name of Registrar:
___________________________________________________
Address:
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Publication of Photograph, Video and Audio

From time to time Bogong GP Training may wish to use photographs, video and audio recorded at Bogong
events to;
a) Promote General Practice as a career, and
b) Highlight the training offered by Bogong GP Training.
For these reasons, we may used recorded images, video and audio on platforms such as the Bogong website,
social media and publications including but not limited to brochures, training manuals, media releases and
other marketing materials.
Please sign the consent below to indicate if you consent or do not consent to Bogong using your image.
or
or
General Consent All platforms

I CONSENT to the free and unrestricted use, including reproduction, of the materials
(photographic and testimonials) by Bogong GP Training and its agents in Bogong GP Training
advertising, media publicity, print media, publications, web based applications (including Bogong
website and Face Book), general displays, educational materials. I also consent to the use and
publication of my name in connection with the material for the same purposes.
General with No Social Media Applications
I CONSENT to the free and unrestricted use, including reproduction, of the materials
(photographic and testimonials) by Bogong GP Training and its agents in Bogong GP Training
advertising, media publicity, publications, general displays, educational materials. I also consent
to the use and publication of my name in connection with the material for the same purposes.
(No social media applications)
I DO NOT CONSENT to the use of photographic, video or audio recordings of me in any way by
Bogong GP Training.
Registrar Signature :
BOGONG GP TRAINING
_________________________
____ / ____ / _____

Date
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