AMA (NSW) supports public/private hospital specialists and private practice owners through advocacy and individual assistance. Whether you are a Visiting Medical Officer, employed as a Staff Specialist, or a private practice owner, we can look after your professional needs, so you can concentrate on looking after patients.
What we offer to you
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Representation at the highest levels of government
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Strong advocacy for you and your patients
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Access to the MJA (valued at $499), InSight and The NSW Doctor magazine
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Connection to the largest and most diverse professional network of doctors in Australia
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Member Benefits program, which includes rewards, discounts and special offers exclusive to AMA members
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Networking events, plus webinars and workshops
For Public Hospital Specialists, we provide assistance with:
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Terms and conditions of employment
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VMO entitlements
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Rates of pay
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Billing
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Underpayment of overtime
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Safe hours and rostering
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Unfair dismissal
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Performance management and termination
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Bullying and harassment matters
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Workplace investigations
For Private Practice Specialists, we provide assistance with:
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The AMA Fees List (valued at $499)
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Fees and billing issues
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Paying practice staff
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Employee rights and obligations
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Consumer complaints
Please note that members who pay by the month may be asked to pay for 12 months of membership before accessing these benefits, if they have not been a member for a full year.
If you have an existing workplace issue that occurred prior to becoming a member of AMA (NSW), the assistance you receive may be limited and subject to discretion that may be exercised on a case-by-case basis.
“As a general practitioner who is interested in healthcare system improvement, I joined the AMA so that I could be involved with an organisation that has a seat at the table with decision-makers. Only the AMA has the visibility, expertise and widespread recognition to leverage change at the highest levels of government.”
Dr Jaspreet Saini, General Practitioner
AMA (NSW) Councillor
“I am passionate about the long-term care of my patients. Over 30 years of practice in Western Sydney I have seen my patients impacted by extreme heat waves, 80 days of smoke during our black summer, flooding and air pollution from combustion engines. Our health is inextricably linked to the environmental determinants of health. We need clean air and water, healthy soils, stable climate, and a healthy ecosystem. Climate change is the greatest threat to our health in the 21st century. The AMA provides doctors a platform for positive change to public health issues.”
Dr Kim Loo, General Practitioner
AMA (NSW) Member
“The AMA has always supported my dream, even when I was not confident. The AMA is an important voice for doctors and patients and our health profession. Importantly, the AMA provides individual assistance and support to doctors when they most need it - that’s why I’m a member.”
Dr Kelvin Kong, ENT Specialist
AMA (NSW) Member
