Resigning from my practice

…pay compensation to your employer. It is generally best to resign in writing and keep a copy of your resignation letter. Your resignation letter should specify your notice period and…

SIPs and PIPs

…for general information only. Practices and registrars are therefore encouraged to iinform themselves about any changes to the currency of SIPs throughout the training term. RETURN TO THE NTCER FAQs…

Practice shutdowns and annual leave

…may require an award/agreement free employee to take a period of paid annual leave, but only if the requirement is reasonable. A requirement to take annual leave is likely to…

Payments for training-related expenses

…the independent pathway) to incentivise work in rural and remote areas. Payments are available to registrars working in MMM2-7 locations. You will need to set up your banking details in…

Notifying employer of pregnancy

…flexible working arrangements or plan on taking leave. Employees are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and to comply with workplace obligations in respect of…

Employer consideration of a registrars other work

…registrars to maintain open dialogue with employers about secondary employment and associated fatigue and patient safety issues. GPRA encourages registrars who are performing work for another employer to discuss this…

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

…employer to do so). Your rate of pay is a fundamental term of your employment contract and should not be changed without your agreement. You should try to resolve the…

Maternity Leave while GP Training

…with specific practices, registrars are entitled to different types of leave under the National Terms and Conditions for the Employment of Registrars (NTCER). For example, sick leave or annual leave….

Am I required to do extra hours in addition to my College education release hours?

…unreasonable, however, you should seek legal advice about this as the request may be a lawful and reasonable direction. Failure to comply with a lawful and reasonable direction may amount…

Superannuation not being paid

…https://www.ato.gov.au/calculators-and-tools/super-report-unpaid-super-contributions-from-my-employer. Reporting your employer to the ATO is a serious matter. We strongly recommend that you try to resolve the issue directly with your employer before contemplating taking such action….

I have a concern about how I am being treated at my training placement

…You may be able to take legal action. You should attempt to resolve the dispute and seek legal advice and assistance from a lawyer first before commencing legal action. At…

Employment with another employer

…encourages registrars to maintain open dialogue with their employers about any additional employment and their study habits to allow for arrangements to be made to address and mitigate fatigue and…

Correct percentage of payment – paying back the difference

…between this and the base rate, that has already been paid to me over the cycle period, is my bonus. I took some leave during the recent billing cycle and,…

Percentage of billings and superannuation

FAQ I have managed to negotiate a percentage of 50% billings, but my practice is taking super out of that percentage. Is this allowed? The NTCER outlines your minimum employment…

Public holidays & roster changes

…negotiated and agreed on in relation to your remuneration, working conditions and other terms and conditions (including rostering details) are documented in your employment agreement prior to commencing your training…

No payslips provided

…minimum employment terms and conditions Read the full NTCER Still have questions? Lodge an enquiry ANSWER Section 536 of the Fair Work Act requires employers to give pay slips to…