Telehealth Specialist Services: Q&A
“We all knew this was coming... The Medicine Consultant industry is changing and it’s time for sub-specialists to also have the chance to change the way you work!”
Thank you so much for being interested in telehealth with Specialist Medical and Therapy Solutions (SMTS). Prescript is delighted to share more information and help you get set up.
Telehealth gives you the fantastic option of using your time off or annual leave to work from a location that suits you. You can consult from your home office, hotel, holiday rental, caravan, or boat! It is an opportunity not to let work dictate where you need to be.
This Q&A is to help you understand the expectations around the working arrangements so you can decide if this could be right for you, both for now and for working in the future!
How will I see patients for speciality services via Telehealth?
Patients will be triaged to you based on case complexities and appropriate nonprocedural cases that are suitable for telehealth working arrangements.
Where do referrals come from?
Generally from GPs or Surgeons.
Are the patients all based out of their NSW clinic locations?
No, Specialist Medical and Therapy Solutions have a network of referrals across Australia, particularly in rural and regional Australia where there are extremely long waitlists to see specialists (12+ months in some locations). They use an online platform called ‘Access Telehealth’.
What hours/days can I work?
Anytime, it’s based on patient demand. Working hours are driven by your availability.
How am I paid?
Like most private clinics, you will be paid based on Medicare billings. You will keep 100% of your billings and will be paid into your account the next day. Based on an 8-hour working day, you could earn $1,800-$2,250 on the assumption you are seeing 8-10 patients a day on 45-minute appointments). Earnings can be higher or lower based on your preferences in how you like to practice.
What structure do I need to payments?
You can use an ABN or ACN for this arrangement and you need to be eligible for a Medicare provider number.
What support is available?
You will have a medical admin team supporting you with arranging your bookings based on your availability. Nurses are also available to be with the patients on a case-by-case basis to help you with the assessment based on availability and logistics. Patients are generally having their appointments with you at a GP clinic but they may also have appointments at home.
What do I need to prepare?
You will need to do an initial 30-minute training on how to use the software and the medical director can help if there are any issues. You will need to provide your own computer and home office set-up (which is tax-deductible).
How quickly can I see patients?
Immediately. You just need to let the clinic know what days and times you are available, and they will arrange and book in patients based on your patient time slot preferences. (You see as little as one patient a day and work in short blocks if it suits your schedule better (before and after your normal shifts).
Can I pick up hours on the weekends?
Yes. If the patients can be available on those days, you can absolutely pick up additional work on the weekends from your home.
Do I see patients as a one-off, or ongoing?
This is dependent on you, your time and your availability.
Sound Like You?
Contact me - Allison Flanigan (Hanson) - Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner - to find out more about medicine telehealth. I am very happy to answer any other questions you may have and guide you through the process.
There are two ways to find out more:
Call Allison on 0415 075 498
Email allison@prescript.com.au
Next Steps with Prescript
At Prescript Recruitment, we follow a transparent, friendly process:
◼️ The first stage is an informal conversation with Prescript for you to decide if you want to proceed – you will need to share your CV and we will talk about the position, the healthcare organisation, and the location. You can let us know if you want to bring your family and if you have any special requirements.
◼️ The second stage is an informal application – we will arrange a phone call or a review of your skills to establish if this is going to be a good fit.
◼️ The third stage – if you’re happy then Prescript will send you a locum confirmation to say ‘congratulations – all booked!’
◼️ The fourth stage – Prescript will help manage all the paperwork and logistics. All you have to do is look forward to starting.
About Allison Flanigan (Hanson)
Allison is a Senior Recruitment Partner, working with Residents, Registrars, and Specialist Consultants, on locum and permanent positions, across regional Australia.
Medicine and Medicine Subspecialties
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
“I am thrilled to be part of the Prescript team. My career has been focused on creating targeted workforce solutions in critical healthcare recruitment, and I look forward to continuing to meet its challenges with enthusiasm! I can’t wait to work with you!”
Meet the Prescript Recruitment Team
We work with doctors for locum, ongoing and fixed-term positions across regional Australia.
◼️RECRUITMENT
James Hill, Nicola Speer, Rebecca Doyle, Nadine Onto, Allison Flanigan (Hanson), Max Drakeley & Mel Houston. Dedicated recruitment partners focused on helping doctors throughout the recruitment process.
◼️MARKETING & VACANCIES
Grace Clueit. Rapid promotion of locum, ongoing and fixed-term vacancies - helping doctors discover jobs with ease.
◼️CREDENTIALING & LOGISTICS
Stef McLaughlin, Lee Kabigting and Marcia Beere. Adhere to the highest JAS-ANZ-accredited standards of quality and credentialing. Management of paperwork and travel logistics so that doctors start on time.
◼️FINANCE & PAYMENTS
Hugo Scales. Prescript's Finance & Payments Manager ensures doctors get paid promptly and smoothly.
“Prescript are medical recruitment specialists.”
At Prescript we’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage in Australia.
Every day we’re focused on two clear outcomes - Helping hospitals find doctors that create departments and clinics that run better, have more capacity and less stress. And placing Doctors in jobs that leave them feeling highly valued, rewarded and, most importantly, enjoying what they do.
We believe that when we get these two crucial things right, it has a huge impact on the regional doctor shortage and the healthcare of communities across Australia.
There are two ways to contact us:
Call 1300 755 498
Email contact@prescript.com.au
We’d love to hear from you!
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