A page for GP members of the AMA

Information for GP Members of the AMA

The AMA provides a number of services to to GP's their practise managers and staff. They include:

Legal Services

Any queries GP's and VMO's may have regarding their position in the law, the AMA can assist

Tasmanian/Victorian Medical Directory

We will soom be launching the Tasmanian/Victorian Medical Directory, this online service will:

• Assist with the referral process of patients
• Aid you to locate an allied health professional
• Locate services of need from other parties
• Provide a general information section that will include:
  • Lawyers
  • Insurance Companies
  • Hospitals
  • Academia
  • Colleges

Other categories available to search include:

• Special Interest
• Specialty Listing
• Names & Practice Details
• Languages Spoken
• Medico-legal service provider for solicitors
• Gender

Your listing will feature:

• Business/Practice name
• Address

• Contact Details

MP Practice Solutions

AMA Victoria's practice services arm will assist Tasmanian doctors with a wide range of services for medical practices within the state.

These services include free telephone advice on any aspect of practice management as well as cost effective consulting to doctors who requiring a more personalised response specific to practice needs.

AMA Tasmania members receive a 10 per cent discount on selected consulting services. Andrea Koukouravas, recently appointed to the position of Practice Services Manager, brings a wealth of knowledge to this position from which practices can benefit. Andrea has more than 10 years' practice management and consulting experience and is familiar with the elements of an effective medical practice. 

Free telephone advice

Call Andrea on her direct line (03) 9280 8768 for any medical practice matters that can be easily addressed over the phone, or for further information regarding our consulting services.

Marketing

We have qualified marketing staff who can assist you with marketing your practice through advertisements, websites, flyers or pamphlets to ensure your practice receives the level of exposure required.

Business model review

A review of your practice services and utilisation of MBS items will be undertaken to make certain your patients can access the range of care options available and ensure that doctors are being adequately compensated for the type of services conducted.

Accreditation

Whether it is conducting a gap audit before accreditation to identify areas that may not have been adequately addressed or working with practice staff to prepare the relevant systems and policies and procedures, we can assist. Buying a generic policy manual which can be customised to your practice is another option provided.

Staff training

All staff needs training at some stage. mp practice solutions can offer you training across a broad spectrum of topics customised to your needs. Training can be conducted for reception staff, practice nurses or for practice managers. We also conduct onsite programs for issues impacting upon all staff.

Employment Matters

Call us if you need quick, no cost advice over the phone on awards, superannuation, leave, staff records or other employment matters. And we can review your employment records for a small fee.

Recruitment

By using the services of our recruitment company, mpstaff, we can recruit short term and permanent support staff for medical practices. The issue of staff taking extended leave breaks do not need to be a problem any longer.  We  can provide experienced helpful staff for these occasions.

A complete service is delivered, from scoping the position, preparing reemployment documentation, advertising the position, thoroughly checking referees and managing unsuccessful candidates. We also provide you with an employment contract for your new staff member.

In addition there is a three month guarantee which means that in the unlikely event of the person being unsuitable, we will replace that person free of charge within that time span.

Legal advice

Legal advice is available on contracts, associate agreements, staff issues or any other of the myriad issues impacting upon medical practices.

Practice setup

Setting up a practice can be a daunting experience as there are many different aspects to establishing a medical practice. mp practice solutions can deliver a complete service encompassing marketing, a business model for services, staffing, and the physical setup or operational and compliance matters.

Of course if you don't need the complete package, we can provide a part service.

Systems, policies and procedures

These are essential to the smooth and efficient operation of any practice. However not all staff have the experience to develop effective systems, efficient workflows and sound policies and procedures. mp practice solutions can advise on these matters or provide a generic policies and procedures manual which the practice can then customise to its needs.

HR

No matter what your requirements are, we can assist with a wide range of services such as performance appraisals, professional development, return to work plans and OHS policy reviews.

Practice closure

Practice closure can be a difficult time for some doctors or their families. We can provide telephone advice or take assist you through this trying time.

Selling practices

You will need to have the practice and goodwill valued, a summary for the prospective buyer for inevitable questions, field inquires and assist with advertising. mp practice solutions can provide you with the requirements of a valid sale, enabling the process to be a successful one.

Your Essential Guide to a Successful Practice

The second edition of AMA Victoria's Private Practice Manual is now available.

The Private Practice Manual provides doctors and practice managers with a user-friendly and practical guide with comprehensive advice to assist with commencing and managing a private medical practice.

The Manual details information including setting up a practice; practice management systems; billing, claims and payments; risk management and opportunities; human resources; and, importantly, contains up-to-date legislation.

It also contains numerous templates and checklists covering everything from confidentiality agreements, position descriptions, letters of appointment, and staff grievance records, to training needs assessments, daily office routine checklists and staff orientation checklists.

The second edition contains many important improvements and updates, including:

• Medical record/document destruction legislation
• Record keeping requirements
• Template employee records

• Payroll Tax improvements

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