Planning an effective trainee induction Dr Cyrus Fernandes GP Trainer & TPD Colchester
Group Learning needs ?
Importance... Provides the trainee with the foundations required to function independently
Basics How long should an induction be? Who should be responsible for developing ? How much planning time is required ? Induction pack ? Buddy / Mentor ? What should be included ?
What should be included in an induction ?
What's included? Basic IT requirements & familiarisation - dedicate at least 2 sessions -SMART card, Pathweb, mock patients Meeting and understanding roles of the practice team Community clinics? Trainer session(s)
Trainer session Basics of how GP session runs- timings and arriving early to check bloods/emails/ tasks How to navigate the IT system from a clinician perspective Practice policies on referrals( acute, routine, FT)
Trainer session Exam planning E-portfolio requirements- are trainee and trainer linked? OOH planning QOF Enhanced services Prescribing policies Protocols ? Practice intranet
Trainer session Sitting in sessions- Other GPs / practice nurses/ nurse practitioner Encourage trainees to think early on about consultation Home visit shadowing x 2
Induction packs..
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