NewMed and GPSA Partner to Strengthen Clinical Supervision for the Future of General Practice

NewMed is pleased to announce a significant collaboration with GP Supervisors Australia (GPSA) aimed at supporting our GP educators through the joint development of a series of resources enhancing the quality and sustainability of clinical supervision across the country. This partnership underscores our commitment to a medical education model that prioritises primary care and the vital role of General Practitioners and Rural Generalists.

This collaboration aligns with the recently released NCPCD Joint Statement on Clinical Supervision, which outlines a unified vision for supporting the supervisors who mentor the next generation of Australian doctors.

A Message from our CEO

“NewMed is proud to be working with GPSA to elevate the standards of medical education in the community,” says the CEO of NewMed. “We recognise the fundamental importance of clinical supervision of medical students, especially by GPs and Rural Generalists, who provide the backbone of our healthcare system. To support this, NewMed will provide specific training and resources for our partner GPs to ensure they are well-equipped to guide our students through their clinical journeys.”

Strengthening Supervision Australia-Wide

Our GP Lead Dr Natasha Yates highlights that this partnership’s impact extends beyond our own program: “We are working in collaboration with GP Supervisors Australia (GPSA) to develop materials that will strengthen GP supervision of medical students. This effort is intended to support supervisors in Australia across the board.”

About the NewMed MD Program

In partnership with Federation University Australia, NewMed is currently on an accreditation pathway with the Australian Medical Council.  While our curriculum is designed to set students up to follow any career path, we maintain considerable focus on Whole Person Care and Generalism. Our innovative model integrates advanced technology with extensive supervised clinical experience, primarily situated in General Practice for the first three years.

Please note: The MD program is not yet operational, and applications cannot be accepted at this stage.

Milestone Update: AMC Progress, Program Preparations and Team Growth

AMC Accreditation and Key Timelines

In a significant step forward for our program, the Stage 2 submission to the Australian Medical Council (AMC) has been successfully completed. Following a productive meeting between representatives from Federation University and NewMed, the AMC has confirmed an accreditation visit scheduled for the first weeks of August 2026. Importantly, subject to a positive accreditation decision, the School of Medicine plans to officially commence teaching in early 2027.

Refining the Program: Recent Workshops

The NewMed team has been engaged in a rigorous schedule of workshops to ensure the program is ready for delivery:

  • February Workshop: The team met for three days to workshop our transition into the School of Medicine. This included refining our messaging, preparing for the upcoming AMC visit, and reviewing the program as delivered on our Learning Management System (LMS). Key discussions focused on community engagement and assessment management systems, alongside activities such as Journal Club and small group sessions.
  • April Workshop: This month, the team will meet again to further refine the program.

Internal mock delivery of learning activities has commenced and been received well. Work continues on the development of our clinical clusters and workforce planning for 2027, while the formal Course Approval process by Federation University remains underway, with the Curriculum Committee meeting occurring this month.

Our Growing Team

We are delighted to welcome two new members to our team during this exciting phase. Our new Director of Student Affairs and Community Engagement Officer will both commence in their roles in April.

General Practice Placements Lead – NSW

Employment details

Reports to: MD Program Director

Employment fraction: Between 0.2 & 0.5 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) or Casual

Location: Hybrid – Virtual and NewMed Brisbane office (Level 7, 179 Turbot Street) + Up to 4 in person meetings per year

Department: Academic

 

About New Medical Education Pty Ltd

New Medical Education Australia Pty. Ltd. (NewMed) is an exciting venture, working towards becoming a new Australian medical school. Now partnered with Federation University Australia to become its School of Medicine, NewMed will offer an innovative, geographically distributed, hybrid delivery, graduate-entry Doctor of Medicine (MD). Commencement in early 2027 is subject to successful accreditation with the Australian Medical Council (AMC). 

About the position

Position summary:

To oversee the recruitment, support, and development of General Practitioners (GPs) involved in NewMed student
placements. This role ensures that GPs are appropriately selected, adequately trained, and well supported to provide
high-quality teaching and mentorship for students during their clinical placements.

Key collaborations:
  • General Practice Discipline Lead
  • Year Coordinators
  • Other GP Placement Leads
  • Placement administrative staff

Key responsibilities

Supported by the GP Discipline lead, and in collaboration with other State leads the General Practice Placement Lead
responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
 
Assist with recruitment of GPs for Placements within your State:
  • Establish minimum (non-negotiable) and desirable (optional) criteria for supervising GPs and their practices.
  • Participate in interviews and practice assessments to identify and engage suitable GPs to supervise students during placements, including in-person practice visits at least once before signing contracts.

Training and Development:

  • Ensure supervisors are familiar with the NewMed curriculum and objectives of the student placement program and assessment requirements.
  • Assist with delivery of training programs for GP supervisors on teaching, mentoring, and feedback techniques.
  • Promote and contribute to ongoing professional development opportunities for GPs in their educational roles.
  • Identify areas of high quality education practice and share with other practice

Support for GP Supervisors:

  • Act as the first point of contact for GP supervisors in your State, providing guidance and addressing concerns. Escalate to NewMed GP discipline lead as required. Applying a Community of Practice model, foster a supportive network among GP supervisors through forums, workshops, or peer support groups.
  • Develop an acknowledgement system for GP supervisors and their practices including (but not limited to): acknowledgement of their Supervision contribution online and with certificates; assisting with streamlining CPD requirements.

Quality Assurance:

  • Monitor the performance of GP supervisors through feedback from students and periodic evaluations, as established by NewMed.
  • Be able to visit GP practices where needed: for example, GP concern about the student or the reverse
  • Participate in evaluations of the NewMed program from GP supervisors
  • Where appropriate, implement quality improvement initiatives based on feedback and performance reviews.

Collaboration and Communication:

  • Work with other medical schools, GP colleges, relevant training bodies, primary health networks, and practice managers, to coordinate placements in a spirit of collaboration.
  • Ensure clear communication of placement objectives and expectations to all stakeholders.
  • When required, represent NewMed at meetings and events related to medical education.
  • Attendance of up to 3 workshops in Brisbane (dates can be discussed during interview)
 

 Key Skills and Attributes

  • Qualifications or extensive experience in medical education/health industry
  • Strong understanding of medical education and the GP role in training medical students.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the NewMed MD Program, Mission; Values
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Respected role model for GP colleagues.
  • Organisational and time management skills to oversee multiple stakeholders and processes.
  • Ability to provide constructive feedback and mentorship to colleagues, including difficult conversations when required.
  • Commitment to promoting high standards in education and patient care.
  • Desirable: Familiarity with the AMC Standards for Primary Medical Programs

Qualifications and Experience

  • AHPRA registered GP, or recency of practice within the past 5 years, with significant experience in clinical practice within Australia.
  • Prior involvement in medical education and clinical supervision (e.g., as a trainer, supervisor, or educator).
  • Leadership or management experience is desirable.
  • Ability to liaise with diversity of clinical practices, including different practice models
  • Ability to travel to urban, regional and rural areas within the state, as required for practice visits, training, support and networking.

Performance Indicators

  • Number of GP contacted, suitable GPs successfully recruited and retained to provide student placements.
  • Number of placement visits achieved prior to contracts being signed
  • Positive feedback from students and supervisors on placement experiences.
  • Evidence of effective management of concerns/complaints, including how the resolution of concerns improved student and/or supervisor trust in the MD program.
  • Compliance with AMC requirements and medical educational principles.
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