RD 28 (2019) The trainee returning to work

Definition of prolonged leave:

· IT: three weeks

· BT: six months

· AT: one year

· Notify HR, SOT, HOD, ANZCA

· Notify MDO, AHPRA

· Needs analysis: subspecialty rotations, scholar role, exams, CPD

· Plan: lead up, during leave, upon return

· Many difficulties: clinical (i.e. rusty), educational (i.e. less study time), personal (e.g. PND)

· Planning: with SOT; see ANZCA PS “Return to work”

· Ideal conditions: familiar hospital, easy work, supervised practice, part time vs full time

· Support: colleagues, SOT, wellbeing person, breastfeeding breaks