AMA (NSW)

AMA (NSW) Members who complete the Hospital Health Check are eligible to win one of four $250 gift cards! That's an opportunity to earn back 65% of your yearly membership fee!

Not a member? Sign up today https://www.amansw.com.au/join-the-ama/

We need your voice. Complete the survey here https://www.amansw.com.au/hospitalhealthcheck/hhc-2024/

Calling all Doctors-in-Training! Complete the Hospital Health Check now! The survey is your chance as a DIT to tell us about your hospital experiences in the past year.

Don’t miss out on your chance to use your voice to inform AMA (NSW) advocacy and assist future DITs who are considering their career options and placement opportunities.

Complete the survey here https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=uA63mCW_GUy1rhuTlZgoW1zEYmYQqJxCoF8hIE-SegJUOFpIU0pMNjZCQzlMV0VES0o0MTRPVFBUNy4u

Join us for the next Workplace Wednesday Webinar tomorrow 19 June on sexual harassment training for practice staff, including administrative support staff, nurses and health professionals.

Hosted by AMA (NSW) Senior Workplace Relations Advisor Joanne Choo, the webinar will cover key concepts including the positive duty to eliminate unlawful behaviours, responding to harassment and WHS obligations.

Register here https://www.stickytickets.com.au/23rwu/ama_nsw_webinar_sexual_harassment_training_for_staff.aspx

Calling all Doctors-in-Training! The 2024 Hospital Health Check Survey is now open! We are calling all DITs from across NSW to take part in the . Your valued responses help improve hospital facilities and working conditions across the state and help improve advocacy work from AMA (NSW).

Complete the survey here https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=uA63mCW_GUy1rhuTlZgoW1zEYmYQqJxCoF8hIE-SegJUOFpIU0pMNjZCQzlMV0VES0o0MTRPVFBUNy4u

Today marks Crazy Socks 4 Docs day. This important day is about raising awareness and breaking down the stigma for doctors and mental health.

AMA (NSW) members are getting involved with their crazy socks, and AMA (NSW) staff have shown their socks courtesy of Dr Sue Velovski, General Surgeon Lismore.

Read more about the Crazy Socks 4 Docs movement here https://www.crazysocks4docs.com.au/crazysocks4docs-day/

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The AMA (NSW) Workplace Relations team is working on updating our Guide to Minimum Wages for both the Nurses Award 2020 and Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020. Keep an eye for their release!

If you’re in private practice, we recommend reviewing your staff members’ pay rates to ensure you are keeping in-line with minimum obligations.

The AMA (NSW) Events Team have just released the second edition of the events update. Check your inbox to read the latest information on all upcoming events, including the next Practice Managers Masterclass in Tamworth and Workplace Relations Webinar.

We appreciate feedback from our members, that’s why we have included a one-question survey so you can let us know which events you’d like to see more of. Click the link in the email.

Are you ready for the 1 July 2024 minimum award pay increase? Join us on Wednesday 29 May at 12:15pm for the next Workplace Wednesday Webinar to ensure you are prepared for changes regarding classification and pay rates. The webinar will be presented by Workplace Relations Advisor Lisa Bennell.

Register here https://www.stickytickets.com.au/o2mcn/webinar_understanding_classification_and_pay_rates.aspx

Dr Austin is an obstetrician/gynaecologist and maternal-fetal medicine specialist who steps into the presidency after two years as Vice-President. Dr Betros is a general surgeon who has been on the AMA (NSW) Board since 2016.

The new leadership team will continue AMA (NSW)’s fierce advocacy for doctors at a time when budget cuts have made delivering services to patients more difficult than ever.

AMA (NSW) thanks Dr Michael Bonning for two years of exemplary service as President

Read AMA (NSW) media release here
www.amansw.com.au/ama-nsw-welcomes-new-president-and-vice-president-2/

Did you know the AMA (NSW) Workplace Relations team can assist members with employment contracts for staff in private practice? Contact the team today via email at [email protected]

The AMA (NSW) Workplace Relations team is coming to Tamworth! Secure your tickets now for the Practice Managers Masterclass on Friday 14 June 2024.

Our expert Workplace Relations Advisors will take attendees through all the essential skills and knowledge needed to empower Practice Managers to run a successful medical practice.

Don’t miss out on one of AMA (NSW) highly popular masterclasses! Get your tickets here https://www.amansw.com.au/event/ama-nsw-practice-managers-masterclass-tamworth/

AMA (NSW) is consulting with VMOs about amendments to the VMO Determinations to improve pay and conditions for VMOs in the NSW Public Hospital System.

To contact the AMA (NSW) Workplace Relations team, email [email protected]

NEW POWERS TO PROTECT DOCTORS & HEALTH WORKERS

AMA (NSW) President Dr Michael Bonning has commended the NSW Government for amending the Crimes Act to include doctors, nurses and receptionists in private practice in legislation to protect frontline health workers. Under the legislation aggressive patients can be jailed from 12 months up to 14 years.

“Everyone deserves to feel safe in their workplace and this amendment provides additional safeguards to allow all doctors to attend to patients with greater peace of mind.” Dr Bonning said.

In passing the amendment, Health Minister Ryan Park said “I want to thank the NSW Australian Medical Association for their advocacy for this change, especially Dr Michael Bonning.”

Read the AMA (NSW) media release below.

New laws to protect doctors & health workers - Australian Medical Association (NSW) The AMA (NSW) has been inundated with calls and emails from doctors across the state incensed by insulting comments from NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey about visiting medical officers (VMOs).

Are you a doctor-in-training seeking clarification about your entitlements and remuneration? Have a look at our newly updated DIT Pay Guide available here https://www.amansw.com.au/doctors-in-training-pay-guide/

For further assistance, reach out to the Workplace Relations team via email [email protected].

Congratulations to the AMA (NSW) team which completed the 20km Coastrek hike on Friday. We would like to especially congratulate 93-year-old member Dr Conrad Winer OAM, who led the AMA (NSW) team all the way to finish line. Dr Winer is the oldest person to ever complete the Coastrek fundraising hike and his commitment to the task, despite the trek’s worst weather conditions, was a feat to behold.

AMA (NSW) has so far raised $3,216 for the Heart Foundation. If you’d like to acknowledge the incredible effort of Dr Winer, while supporting the fine work of the Heart Foundation you can still sponsor our teams at the following links.
https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw2
https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw

AMA (NSW) in partnership with Cutcher & Neale Accounting and Financial Services invite all members to the Celebrating Women in Medicine High Tea in Newcastle on Saturday 1 June! Join us at Rydges Newcastle for a celebration to honour the outstanding achievements of women in medicine.

Come together for a delightful experience with delicious food, beverages, and an insightful session with a panel of successful women.

Get your tickets here https://www.stickytickets.com.au/jza7f/celebrating_women_in_medicine_high_tea_newcastle.aspx

Go team AMA NSW! We are walking with 93 yo Dr Conrad Winer, the oldest Coastrekker in its 16 year history! You can still sponsor him here https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw2

93yo AMA (NSW) member Dr Conrad Winer is joining the AMA (NSW) team in the 20km Coastrek hike to raise funds for the Heart Foundation.

We challenge every cardiologist (and every other doctor) to sponsor Conrad $1 per kilometre. It’s easy. Just go here https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw2

We have two AMA (NSW) teams running, please see second team link here https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw

The AMA (NSW) Events Update provides members with the latest details and information on all upcoming events. Be sure to read the newsletter to stay up to date!

Join us for the next Workplace Wednesday Webinar on 1 May at 12:15pm. AMA (NSW) Workplace Relations Advisor Melanie Fayad will provide practical information on the disclosure of patient information to third parties and compliance with privacy obligations.

To register for the webinar, use this link https://www.stickytickets.com.au/yz9k8/webinar_disclosure_of_patient_information_to_third_parties.aspx

Some of the AMA (NSW) team are taking part in Coastrek on Friday 3 May, hiking 20km to raise money for The Heart Foundation. Heart disease remains the leading single cause of death in Australia, taking the life of one Australian every 30 minutes.

If you would like to donate to the team to support the Heart Foundation, please use this link: https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/australianmedicalassociationnsw

Last week the AMA (NSW) team visited St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney to present to Junior Medical Officers on Accessing Leave Entitlements and Support.

We regularly visit hospitals to speak with doctors. If you would like our team to visit your hospital, send us an email at [email protected]

We want to hear from you! Our health hacks are short videos from members that range from tips for a common cold to practicing adult Lego for health and wellbeing.

If you have a health hack that you want to share in our Feel Good Friday newsletter, email us at [email protected]

Saving sleep saves lives, and a whopping 66 billion heath dollars, so why isn’t the government doing more? In the latest edition of The NSW Doctor, editor Rahni Sadler speaks with Michael Mosely to uncover just how important quality sleep is!

Read the article here www.amansw.com.au/the-nsw-doctor-magazine-autumn-2024/

AMA (NSW) has maintained a strong and ongoing presence on mainstream and social media, ensuring the association remains firmly at the front of mind as the state’s peak body for doctors.

Read about our media presence in the Autumn edition of The NSW Doctor here www.amansw.com.au/the-nsw-doctor-magazine-autumn-2024/

AMA (NSW) Councillor, Neonatologist Dr Eveline Staub appeared at the final hearing of the Select Committee on Birth Trauma on Monday.

Dr Staub gave evidence regarding the care of the infant based on her role as a practising neonatologist. She reiterated AMA (NSW)’s call for more comprehensive ante-natal education, inclusive of unplanned birthing outcomes and the need for interventions which may result.

Read Dr Staub’s opening statement here www.amansw.com.au/dr-eveline-staub-opening-statement-select-committee-on-birth-trauma/

AMA (NSW) is coming to Nowra! We are proud to present the first ever Practice Administration Masterclass and Advanced Practice Managers Masterclass.

The half-day Practice Administration Masterclass to be held on Thursday 2 May is targeted at medical administration staff including receptionists and medical secretaries. This will be followed by an exciting networking drinks from 5 – 7pm.

The full-day Advanced Practice Managers Masterclass to be held on Friday 3 May is targeted at experiences Practice Managers looking to take a deep dive to improve their practice management skills.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills in all things private practice, practice management and network with industry peers!

For more information and to secure your spot, visit https://www.amansw.com.au/events/

The latest edition of The NSW Doctor explores rampant health misinformation on social media. We hear from Dr Monica Wang, Associate Professor of Public Health, Boston University about what it does, why it spreads and what people can do about it.

Read the latest edition here www.amansw.com.au/the-nsw-doctor-magazine-autumn-2024/