Improving Performance

AMC Framework

The National Framework focuses on supporting prevocational doctors (PGY1 and PGY2) who are experiencing difficulties, with an emphasis on early identification, clear feedback, and practical support to improve performance.

Requirements for improving performance are outlined in Standard 2.5.

Improving Performance Process (3 phases):

  1. Informal feedback
    • Early concerns are discussed with the term supervisor
    • Focus on clear feedback and immediate support
  2. Formal action plan
    • A structured plan is developed if issues continue
    • Sets clear goals, timelines, and support strategies
  3. Managed supervised practice
    • Increased supervision when concerns persist
    • May include additional assessments to guide improvement

Full document can be found here.

Northern Health Framework

Concerns or queries about performance should be discussed with the relevant supervisors:

interns- Dr Carol Chong

PYG2+- Dr Chiu Kang and Dr Laura Ehlert

IPAP link

Further information about the NH Framework can be found in the Medical Staff- Junior Workforce policy on PROMPT (intranet only)

Information about the appeals process can be found here.