Emergency response plans This criterion covers unexpected events such: natural disaster, pandemic disease or unplanned absences of clinical team members.

This standard relates to the way that your practice works to maintain and improve the quality of the care provided to your patients.

Accreditation 2.3 – accessibility of services

Accreditation 2.2 – Third Party During Consultation In this episode we will talk about having a third party during the consultation from the accreditation point of view.

Accreditation 2.1 Let's talk about the rights and needs of patients – based on core standard 2 of the RACGP practice accreditation standards.

Accreditation standards 1.2 In this episode we will discuss the importance of correct telephone and electronic communication.

Accreditation 1.1 Over next few episodes we will discuss the RACGP standards and how the receptionists can support their practice managers to ensure the practice keeps up to the requirements. In our 1.1 episode we will discuss the importance of communication and patients participation.

Communication across generations Listen to some tips on how to communicate effectively with people of different ages.

Use of interpreters in general practice 4 out of 5 Australian speak only English. Use of interpreters can improve communication and hence quality of care. RACGP resources: Using interpreters – a guide for GPs https://www.racgp.org.au/download/documents/AFP/2010/April/201004phillips.pdf Guide for clinicians working with interpreters in healthcare settings https://culturaldiversityhealth.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Guide-for-clinicians-working-with-interpreters-in-healthcare-settings-Jan2019.pdf

How to match a patient to a doctor Deciding which doctor is the best fit for a new patient can be challenging. Listen to our suggestions on what you need to take into account before you match them up and schedule that appointment to achieve best patient outcomes.

How to communicate a change in fee structure This is definitely not an easy task to do. If you have to do it, plan it well by listening to our tips and suggestions.

Medical abbreviation quiz Learn and have fun – take a quiz and see how many medical abbreviations you know.

How to identify a deteriorating patient In this podcast our special guest Dr Tim Jackson, the TAS Faculty Chair will discuss how to detect a deteriorating patient. Find out what his suggestions are and why it is important for the reception team to keep an eye on the patients who are waiting to see the GP.

Triage During COVID Triage during COVID pandemic varies to a standard triage. Listen to our tips and suggestions. To find some more COVID-19 resources for general practice visit the RACGP website: https://www.racgp.org.au/clinical-resources/covid-19-resources

Triage In General Practice Triage is the process we use to evaluate and prioritise the urgency of our patients' needs. In this podcasts we highlight the most important aspects of triage.

Chaperones and Observers Covered in the 5th edition of Standards, the role of chaperones and observers is worth to discuss. Get a quick insight into what you should know at a reception level, and how can you improve the processes in your practice. RACGP position on the use of chaperones in general practice: https://www.racgp.org.au/FSDEDEV/media/documents/RACGP/Position%20statements/The-use-of-chaperones-in-genral-practice.pdf

Reception Wellbeing How receptionists look after themselves has a direct impact on how they deal with patients. This episode gives practical tips on maintaining personal wellbeing in the practice.

Tearoom The clean or messy states of tearooms in practices are often a cause of conflict. This podcast offers tips on how to avoid this and ensure that all staff do their share of cleaning up.

Patients’ Data By managing patient data well, receptionists improve the quality of patient care and ensure the financial stability of the practice. Gain an overview of the various types of patient information and what details must be collected. Understand how the accuracy of data input affects patient care with real examples. Special cases like workers’ compensation are discussed as well as electronic data systems.

Talk Talk Talk Communicating effectively with patients is a skill that requires awareness and practice. Learn about the barriers to effective communication. Hear examples of good and bad communication including how to deal with angry patients. Gain tips on how to communicate successfully.