Professionalism in Primary Care: A Practical Guide for Multidisciplinary Teams

We’ll delve into key aspects of professional regulation, including identity, governance, and accountability, while addressing safe management and effective delegation within teams. The session also focuses on what it means to work as a safe and trusted healthcare professional, emphasising the importance of professional accountability.

Participants will learn how to embody the role of a professional role model, inspiring others in the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Additionally, we’ll cover practical strategies for managing and addressing professional issues within practice, ensuring a culture of safety and trust.

Ideal for anyone working in or with Primary Care teams, this session provides the tools and knowledge to uphold the highest professional standards in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Course Objectives

• Understand professionalism and accountability in general practice 

• Define the role and boundaries of non-registered autonomous clinicians 

• Explore the support structures for non-registered healthcare professionals 

• Apply Competency Assessment Frameworks in primary care

• Recognise the role of regulatory bodies in patient safety and quality care

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the different roles within primary care teams 

• Demonstrate the ability to assess individual clinical competence 

• Understand the role of regulatory bodies in primary care 

• Recognise when and how to delegate care to unregistered healthcare professionals 

• Define professional accountability and its role in safe clinical practice 

• Recognise the ethical principles underpinning ethical practice