New orientation program to support international medical graduates
Published Saturday, 27 May, 2006 at 03:00 PM
Minister for Health
The Honourable Stephen Robertson
A new induction program will help foreign doctors settle in and feel welcome when they start work with Queensland Health, Health Minister Stephen Robertson said today.
Mr Robertson launched the Transition to Clinical Practice in Queensland – Orientation Program during a visit to Mackay Hospital where he met with staff doctors about local issues and challenges.
He said the program would assist international recruits with their transition to practice in Queensland.
“This is part of the Beattie Government’s ongoing efforts to improve the health workplace,” Mr Robertson said.
“Here in Mackay, Queensland Health employs 29 international medical graduates.
“They all make a valuable contribution to health services in the region and I trust this orientation program will be of great assistance to new graduates.”
Mr Robertson said as part of the program a welcome pack would be given to all international medical graduates.
The Welcome Pack includes an orientation DVD and information resources CD, orientation manual, individual self assessment forms, an individual learning plan and relevant district information.
“It includes information new graduates need to ensure a transition to safe an effective clinical practice in the public health system,” Mr Robertson said.
“The Queensland Government understands that starting a new job – in a new country – can be a very challenging time and that’s why we have developed an induction program to better support our overseas recruits.”
Mr Robertson said the manual was developed in consultation with clinical and corporate staff.
“It covers topics such as Australia’s health system, legislation and professional practice, and many health industry acronyms,” he said.
“It will also help graduates discover opportunities for professional development.”
26 May, 2006
MEDIA: MATTHEW JUTSUM 3225 2680
Mr Robertson launched the Transition to Clinical Practice in Queensland – Orientation Program during a visit to Mackay Hospital where he met with staff doctors about local issues and challenges.
He said the program would assist international recruits with their transition to practice in Queensland.
“This is part of the Beattie Government’s ongoing efforts to improve the health workplace,” Mr Robertson said.
“Here in Mackay, Queensland Health employs 29 international medical graduates.
“They all make a valuable contribution to health services in the region and I trust this orientation program will be of great assistance to new graduates.”
Mr Robertson said as part of the program a welcome pack would be given to all international medical graduates.
The Welcome Pack includes an orientation DVD and information resources CD, orientation manual, individual self assessment forms, an individual learning plan and relevant district information.
“It includes information new graduates need to ensure a transition to safe an effective clinical practice in the public health system,” Mr Robertson said.
“The Queensland Government understands that starting a new job – in a new country – can be a very challenging time and that’s why we have developed an induction program to better support our overseas recruits.”
Mr Robertson said the manual was developed in consultation with clinical and corporate staff.
“It covers topics such as Australia’s health system, legislation and professional practice, and many health industry acronyms,” he said.
“It will also help graduates discover opportunities for professional development.”
26 May, 2006
MEDIA: MATTHEW JUTSUM 3225 2680