From April 2004 GMS practices and PCTs employing GPs will be required to offer them the new model salaried GP contract (para 339 of new GMS contract). This contract brings employed Gps into line with other salaried doctors in the NHS.
The highlights include:
PMS practices are not obliged to offer these terms but GP employed by PMS practices are advised to ask for comparable terms of employment as PMS practices should not be disadvantaged when it comes to requesting comparable financial support from PCTs.
The regional Northumbria Tyne and Wear LMC supports the new model salaried contract and has agreed to support non-principals experiencing difficulties obtaining the new terms of employment.
NELG have agreed the following position paper regarding annual pay rises for all employed GPs (salaried, retainer, FCS). Download paper.
SALARIED GP MODEL CONTRACTS- GPC/BMA
A document in plain english explaining the model contract for salaried GP, by the General practitioners' commitee. (Click on title)
Essential guidance for any new employed GP -
on how to ensure your post meets your personal aspirations and the practices expectations. Guidance by GPC/BMA. (CLICK on title)
Another GPC document- guiding you through the benefits and process of having a review of your performance within your practice. click below
This link to the BMA website takes you to guidance specifically geared towards the implications of extended access for employed GPs.