Restrictive covenant in my employment agreement

…agree should not be encouraged in general practice, is where a former employee attempts to solicit clients (patients) and/or staff to follow them to another business. For this reason, the…

Maternity Leave while GP Training

…under a medical officer award (different awards apply in different states) and generally, you will be entitled to some employer-paid maternity leave under that award. Once you move into community…

No payslips provided

…fixed as soon as possible”. You should follow up with the practice manager and/or your supervisor to resolve this as soon as possible. Your RLO can also support you with…

Superannuation not being paid

…the base rate of pay and any percentage of billings/receipts, which are ordinary time earnings. Superannuation can be a point of confusion for some GP training practices and GP registrars….

Can my terms and conditions be changed AFTER I sign my employment agreement?

…negotiate changes that are agreeable to all parties; however, the employer cannot simply decide to unilaterally change a contract. The employee (i.e. the GP registrar) must agree to any changes…

Payments for training-related expenses

…up your banking details in the relevant section in HPOS (Health Professional Online Services). A guide is accessible here. See also, RACGP registrar support payments. RETURN TO THE NTCER FAQs…

Amount of paid sick leave

…Misconception #7). This means you have 5 days available (in advance) for each 6 month term. Personal leave is paid at base-rate of pay (NTCER cl. 6.3). On 13 August…

Leave payments when earning over base salary

…rate). As per the NTCER (Schedule A), for the purposes of percentage calculations, “the cycle is inclusive of any periods of leave taken”. So, if the registrar’s billings percentage is…

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Percentage of billings and superannuation

…the percentage of gross billings is “50% plus superannuation” or “50% exclusive of superannuation”, then the superannuation contribution should not be deducted from your 50% billings rather 5.75% (i.e. 11.5%…

Paying company payroll tax

…that this is an allowable deduction. Is this correct? The NTCER outlines your minimum employment terms and conditions Read the full NTCER Still have questions? Lodge an enquiry ANSWER Payroll…

Correct percentage of payment – paying back the difference

…minimum employment terms and conditions Read the full NTCER Still have questions? Lodge an enquiry ANSWER The NTCER (Schedule A) states that registrars are to be paid the higher of:…

Should my unused annual leave be deducted from my percentage billings?

…per Section 90(2) of the Fair Work Act (2009) According to Schedule A of the NTCER: For the purposes of the percentage calculations, the cycle is inclusive of any periods…

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…matter to GP trainees and stronger political representation You’ll have access to: Exam and learning support Resources, study partners, study advice, webinars Employment support Negotiations, advice, job opportunities Advocacy Advice,…

In-practice hours

…week (i.e. all-day education on a Wednesday instead of half-day)? The NTCER outlines your minimum employment terms and conditions Read the full NTCER Still have questions? Lodge an enquiry ANSWER…