Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program Extended Skills

Hear what our trainees think:

Testimonials

“Working in BHF means being part of really tight knit community of passionate doctors.”
Claudia, TMO BHFLHN

“I feel an important and valued member of the team.”
Hamish, TMO BHFLHN

“My favourite thing about working for BHF is that it feels like one giant family. It is a place where everybody genuinely feels happy to be at work.”
Jodie, TMO BHFLHN

“The supervisors are very keen to teach, and I have been able to practice many hands-on skills like intubation and spinal anaesthetics.”
Hamish, TMO BHFLHN

“I am proud to work in a network that values good culture, good people and a good work life balance.”
Jodie, TMO BHFLHN

“I really enjoyed all the educational opportunities like Bedside Ultrasound Training and Advanced Life Support.”
Anna, TMO BHFLHN

“I really appreciated the opportunity to work one on one with consultants both rural GPs and specialists and being given the autonomy to work up patient and form management plans independently but back up is always there when I need it.”
Toby, TMO BHFLHN

“All the staff have gone above and beyond to really look after our wellbeing.”
Claudia, TMO BHFLHN

Where will I be based? Will I be expected to travel to other country locations?
GEM unit trainees are primarily based Strathalbyn, however may also be required to perform some work at other Adelaide Hills Medical Units such as Mt Barker or Gumeracha.

What are the key outcomes of the program?
The program aims to provide TMOs with key experiences in the management of geriatric patients within a peri-urban setting. The Core Clinical experiences are mapped to the requirements of RACGP and ACRRM.

The GEM unit program provides an excellent pathway to grow the clinical and professional skills that provide the foundation for a clinical career as a Geriatrican, General Physician, General Practitioner, Rural Generalist, or other area of medicine.

BHFLHN is accredited for the ACEM Associateship EM Program (Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced) and the RANZCOG Associateship Program for Procedural and Advanced Procedural Training as well as Extended Skills Training for RACGP training in Geriatric Medicine and General Medicine.

BHFLHN has an increasing number of specialist training positions providing rural experience to trainees in tertiary based specialist training pathways including Internal Medicine, Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine and Medical Administration.

Are contracts renewed every 12 months?
PGY2+ medical officers receive a three-year contract with the option of extension as part of the Single Employer Model (SEM) for Rural Generalist Training. TMOs work as part of a small clinical team developing close working relationships with their colleagues and gaining invaluable hands-on clinical experience in a supportive teaching environment.

What education is provided?
Structured training is available including:

• Regular Adelaide Hills Medical Unit education  program tutorials
• BHFLHNs B-CET (Barossa Hills Fleurieu Clinical Education and Training) skills and simulation workshops

How will supervision be provided?
TMOs work as part of a small clinical team developing close working relationships with their colleagues and gaining invaluable hands-on clinical experience in a supportive teaching environment.

At the commencement of a rotation the Term Supervisor provides an orientation to the term, ensures continuing feedback and supports the trainee with the completion of EPAs and assessments. Trainees work with a range of senior clinicians/consultants who act as clinical supervisors and provide additional support, supervision and teaching.

During the term there will be regular contact with your mentor consultant as well as midterm and end of term assessments.

Will the TMO supervise interns/others in their role?
TMOs may be required to assist in the learning experience of medical students and support interns. A senior supervisor is always present and on-site.