How do you become a procedural GP?
There are two training programs available for doctors seeking to become a procedural GP in NSW – The NSW Rural Generalist Pathway and the NSW Rural GP Procedural Training Program (GPPTP).
The recruitment and management of the programs are overseen by HETI. To be eligible to apply for a program, doctors must be on the AGPT program, or in the process of applying to the AGPT program.
Program structure
NSW Rural Generalist (Medical) Training Program (RGTP)
Program description
Program offering 12-month advanced skills posts funded by the Health Education Training Unit (HETI).
Who can apply?
Only available for application by GP trainees on the Australian General Practice Training Program (AGPT), Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS), or the independent pathways of the GP colleges.
Doctors in the process of applying for the AGPT program can apply for an RG position, however RG offers will only be made upon successful entry into the AGPT program.
When can you apply?
Applications for the Advanced Skills Training Year can be made from PGY2 onwards for PGY3 start. HETI also offers a Foundation Year program.
How can you apply?
Applications for advanced skills training posts are to be made (as per normal JMO recruitment) via NSW Health online Annual Medical Recruitment (AMR) for first round offers.
Further information
Further information can be found at the HETI website.
NSW Rural GP Procedural Training Program (GPPTP)
Program description
A concurrent program funded by HETI for procedural training which offers some of the same disciplines as the RG program.
Who can apply?
Only accessible to doctors who already have vocational training qualifications (FRACGP/FACRRM), however GP registrars can apply and gain places if the site is offering GPPTP procedural training places only.
When can you apply?
Applications for the Advanced Skills Training Year can be made from PGY2 onwards for PGY3 start.
How can you apply?
Applications for advanced skills training posts are to be made (as per normal JMO recruitment) via NSW Health online Annual Medical Recruitment (AMR) for first round offers.
Further information
Further information can be found at the HETI website.
Have more questions?
We have a staff member dedicated to overseeing the procedural/Rural Generalist training programs for GP Synergy. We would welcome the opportunity to talk with you further about your training plans and answer any queries you may have.
