Get rid of the ‘d’ word in contracts; let’s have more ‘c’ words for SMO roles

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Get rid of the ‘d’ word in contracts; let’s have more ‘c’ words for SMO roles

Ian Powell

Ian Powell

Ian Powell
Ian Powell is exexcutive director of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists

ASMS

Ian Powell takes a closer look at how employment contracts for senior medical staff spell out professional responsibilities

DHBs are required to recognise SMOs are responsible and accountable to the Medical Council including its relevant policy statements and guidelines