In Queensland basic physician training in adult medicine is completed through a state-wide training network. The Queensland Basic Physician Training (Adult Medicine) Network is designed to support Queensland trainees by providing:
- centralised selection into basic training requiring one state-wide application and interview
- well-rounded on-the-job experience working with senior clinicians who offer supervision and mentorship throughout the training journey
- surety that you’ll meet all Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) basic training requirements within 3 years
- an avenue for endorsement of your training by a Director of Physician Education
- access to a range of RACP-accredited training settings offering a variety of clinical and procedural experiences.
In Queensland, approval (endorsement) of basic training is limited to medical officers that have been formally selected into the training network.
To find out more about training on the network watch the latest Basic Training information evening video, and read the
Education
The network provides a comprehensive teaching and education program for trainees including preparation programs for the written and clinical exams.
Clinical exam preparation standards have been developed to ensure that network trainees receive adequate exam preparation at their allocated training settings.
To find out more about education and exam preparation for network trainees refer to:
- Clinical Examination Preparation Program (CEPP) webpage
- Clinical exam preparation standards for network trainees [PDF 65.52 KB]
- Network teaching and education program [PDF 81.16 KB].
Eligibility
To be eligible for the network prior to commencement of training you must:
- hold general registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- be eligible for registration with the RACP as a basic physician trainee
- qualify as postgraduate year three (PGY3) or above.
The network supports and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
Experience in general medicine or medical specialities as outlined in the Medical Experience document [PDF 63.77 KB] will contribute towards merit ranking.
Applying
You can submit your application through the Resident Medical Officer (RMO) and Registrar campaign between Monday 3 June to Monday 1 July 2024. Late applications are not accepted.
The network supports and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
Find out about applying
Training rotations and contacts
You can undertake physician training in one of 5 different network rotations. As a trainee, you complete your 3 years of basic training across several hospitals within the one networked rotation. An additional fourth year is available for trainees who negotiate to defer or fail an examination. Read about Network training rotations, hospital information and contacts [PDF 213.71 KB].
Rotations and contacts
| Rotation | Hospital | NRC |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal |
| Dr Sid Sharma Coastal-Rotation@health.qld.gov.au Ph: 07 5687 5000 |
| Far North |
| Dr Melissa Dietz Far-North-Rotation@health.qld.gov.au Ph: 07 4226 8536 |
| North Queensland |
| Dr Craig Costello North-Queensland-Rotation@health.qld.gov.au Ph: 07 4433 2355 |
| Northside |
| Dr Tasnim Zirapury Northside-Rotation@health.qld.gov.au Ph: 07 3139 6396 |
| Southside |
| Dr Kathryn Berkman Southside-Rotation@health.qld.gov.au Ph: 07 3176 7102 |
Key dates
| Dates | Actions |
|---|---|
| Monday 3 June to Monday 1 July 2024 | Applications open |
| Sunday 7 July 2024 | Referee reports due |
| Tuesday 30 July to Friday 9 August 2024 | Interviews take place on the following days:
|
| Late August 2024 | Selection outcomes |
| 28 February 2025 | Register with RACP |
More information
To find out more about training on the network, email Physician_Training@health.qld.gov.au or read the following:
- Queensland basic physician training governance structure [PDF 115.28 KB]
- Flexible working arrangements for network trainees [PDF 66.83 KB]
- Queries and complaints [PDF 81.54 KB]
- Special consideration [PDF 65.4 KB]
- Appeals [PDF 81.37 KB]
- How to preference guide [PDF 71.95 KB]
- FAQs for new applicants commencing training [PDF 112.35 KB]
- FAQs for new applicants continuing training [PDF 110.67 KB]
- FAQs for current network trainees [PDF 105.01 KB]
- FAQ interruptions to training and resignations [PDF 63.19 KB]
Last updated: November 2024