Solve Your Private ED Staffing Challenges with Blugibbon (No Upfront Costs!)

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We work with you to come up with the very best solutions for your challenges!

 Directors (Clinical Coverage):
  1. How do you ensure reliable overnight and weekend cover in your private ED?
  2. What happens when shifts go unfilled? What are the risks to patient safety, quality of care and reputation in the local community?
 Workforce Teams (Stress & Time)
  1. How many contacts and hours are spent trying to fill those hard-to-cover shifts?
  2. How much operational stress and burnout does this create for your team?

 CEOs (Financial Impact)

  1. Which departments are the most expensive to staff, especially during after-hours periods?
  2. Are your after-hours shifts breaking even, or are they costing more than they should?
  3. How can you optimise staffing costs without compromising patient care?

No Upfront Costs, No Risk

Solve Your Private ED Staffing Challenges

  1. Registrars that can generate billings for your private ED
  2. Zero upfront recruitment fees (saving $25k+)
  3. No visa charges (saving $10k+ per person)
  4. No payroll tax obligation
  5. Consistent and reliable weekend and after-hour cover for 12 - 24 months
  6. One point of contact at Blugibbon - weekly meetings, one invoice and monthly reporting
  7. Consistent and reliable weekend and after-hour cover for 12 - 24 months

How It Works

Your Hassle-Free Solution to After-Hours Staffing

We've designed our locum doctor placement process to be as seamless and efficient as possible, minimising the administrative burden on your hospital. Here's how it works:

Experienced Doctors

We source highly qualified doctors who have completed at least 5 years of postgraduate training (PGY5+) and have 2-3 years of experience in NHS Emergency Departments.

Flexible Contracts

We offer 1-2 year contracts with a minimum commitment of 10-12 night shifts per month. This ensures consistent coverage for your after-hours needs while providing flexibility for the locum doctors.

Fully Managed Process

We handle all the paperwork, including:

AHPRA registration: We guide the doctors through the registration process, ensuring they meet all the requirements to practise in Australia.




Weekly Payroll

Blugibbon manages the payroll for the locum doctors, ensuring they are paid accurately and on time each week.

Supervision for Provisional Registration

For doctors with provisional AHPRA registration, your hospital provides two supervisors to oversee their practice and provide necessary support.

Medicare Billing Setup

 We assist the locum doctors with setting up their Medicare billing arrangements, enabling them to generate revenue for your private ED.

Navigating the 19AB Exemption: A Guide for Hospital Administrators

Introduction:  Hospitals across Australia rely on a diverse medical workforce, including doctors trained overseas. A recent ruling under the Health Insurance Act 1973 (specifically, subsection 19AB(3)) has introduced a class exemption that impacts how certain doctors can bill Medicare for their services, particularly for after-hours care. This article explains the exemption and its implications for hospitals.

  • What is the 19AB Exemption?

    Section 19AB of the Health Insurance Act aims to encourage overseas-trained doctors to work in areas of workforce shortage. However, it also imposes restrictions on Medicare billing for these doctors. This new "class exemption" provides some relief from those restrictions.

  • Who is Affected?

    This exemption applies to a specific group of doctors:

    Overseas-trained doctors: They must have first become a medical practitioner in Australia on or after October 18, 2001.

    Not Australian citizens or permanent residents.

    Not general practitioners, specialists, or consultant physicians.


  • What Does the Exemption Allow?

    The exemption allows these doctors to bill Medicare for services rendered outside of standard business hours, specifically:

  • Why is This Important for Hospitals?

      Staffing Flexibility: This exemption provides hospitals, particularly those in regional or after-hours settings, with greater flexibility in utilizing overseas-trained doctors.Medicare Compliance: Hospitals need to be aware of this exemption to ensure accurate Medicare billing and avoid potential compliance issues.Attracting and Retaining Doctors: This exemption may make hospital positions more attractive to eligible overseas-trained doctors.

  • What Hospitals Need to Do:

      Review Staffing Policies: Ensure your hospital's policies and procedures align with this new exemption.Educate Staff: Inform relevant staff, including billing and administrative personnel, about the details of this exemption.Update Billing Systems: Adjust billing systems to accurately reflect the allowed Medicare claims under this exemption.

Conclusion

his class exemption under subsection 19AB(3) is a significant development for hospitals employing overseas-trained doctors. Understanding its provisions is crucial for efficient operations, compliance, and ensuring access to medical care, particularly in after-hours settings.

Why Choose Blugibbon for Your Locum Needs?

  1. Seamless Onboarding: We handle all the paperwork, compliance, and visa processes, getting you ready to work in just 3-4 months. Focus on what you do best – caring for patients – while we take care of the rest.
  2. Flexible & Reliable Staffing: You choose your rosters and placements, giving you the freedom and flexibility to create your ideal locum lifestyle. Enjoy a better work-life balance and explore different parts of Australia on your own terms.
  3. Maximise Your Earnings: We help you maximise your earning potential with competitive rates and access to a wide range of locum opportunities. Our dedicated team negotiates the best possible terms for you, so you can focus on your career and financial goals.

Let’s Discuss How We Can Support Your Private ED

We understand the challenges of after-hours staffing. With no upfront costs and a fully managed solution, our model ensures seamless coverage while reducing administrative burden and financial strain.

Would you like to explore how this could work for your hospital? Let’s set up a quick call—happy to accommodate time zones to suit your schedule.

Looking forward to discussing how we can support your team!