South Australian Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement 2017

The South Australian Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement 2017 is an agreement between the Government of South Australia and the Australian Medical Association (AMA). This agreement outlines the terms and conditions of employment for medical officers working within the public health system in South Australia.

The agreement provides for a number of important provisions including a salary increase, additional leave entitlements, and improved working conditions. One of the key benefits for medical officers is a 2% increase in base salary, as well as a one-off payment of $1500 to assist with the cost of transitioning to the new agreement.

The agreement also includes provisions for additional leave entitlements, including a week of family and domestic violence leave, and an additional week of annual leave for those who work outside of regular working hours. There are also improved provisions for parental leave, including an increase in the maximum amount of paid parental leave from 14 to 18 weeks.

Another key aspect of the agreement is the inclusion of improved working conditions, including the implementation of a fatigue management policy designed to promote the health and wellbeing of medical officers. The agreement also includes provisions for the creation of a new role, the Health and Safety Officer, who will be responsible for ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations in the workplace.

Lastly, the agreement includes provisions aimed at improving the career development and training opportunities for medical officers, including the establishment of a Professional Development Fund to support the ongoing education and training of medical officers.

In summary, the South Australian Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement 2017 is an important agreement that provides a range of benefits to medical officers working within the public health system in South Australia. These benefits include a salary increase, additional leave entitlements, improved working conditions, and improved career development opportunities. Overall, this agreement serves to support the ongoing delivery of high-quality healthcare services across South Australia.