Negotiation - Two sides of the coin

There has been some recent interest on the issues involved with GP registrars negotiating a contract with their practice. Some have said that registrars seem to have the upper hand in negotiation and ask for too much. However, the experience of many registrars would suggest that negotiating a contract for a GP term is a challenge for which there is little advice or training available.

Check out a recent Australian Doctor article that provides a debate about this issue with views from Dr Wicky Wong (GPRA Chair) and Dr Jon Emery (NGPSA Chair).

"Negotiation is about finding mutually beneficial outcomes." - Dr Wicky Wong

"Whatever the solution, this is a problem that needs resolution." - Dr Jon Emery

We have recently held a session for GPT1/2 registrars about how to negotiate a win-win contract with your practice, and we hope this becomes a regular session for years to come.

Watch this space - the GPRA are set to release a helpful guide to navigating the maze of contract negotiation.