The SuppoRTT Process

During the period of absence, the Postgraduate Doctor in Training will receive regular communication from the SuppoRTT team reminding them of the process and available opportunities.  Additionally, the SuppoRTT team will liaise regularly with the SuppoRTT Champions in relation to returning Postgraduate Doctors in Training.

For Postgraduate Doctors in Training, there are three steps to the SuppoRTT process all of which must be completed. 

1. Planning Your Leave

Planning a return to training should begin prior to the absence. Where possible, the Postgraduate Doctor in Training should arrange a meeting with their current ES or TPD three months’ prior to the period of absence.The purpose of this meeting is to establish the reason for time out of programme, duration of absence and to consider areas that might be challenging for the doctor on their return.

At this meeting, the Planning your Leave form must be completed. 

2. Planning Your Return Form

Approximately three months prior to the anticipated return date, the Postgraduate Doctor in Training should arrange to discuss their return with their ES or TPD.The purpose of this meeting is to identify areas of concern for the individual and create a bespoke package to facilitate a smooth return to clinical practice.

At this meeting, the Planning your Return form must be completed. 

3. Reviewing your Return

Approximately two weeks after the Postgraduate Doctor in Training has returned, they should arrange to discuss how their return has gone with their ES or TPD.The purpose of this meeting is to review the progress since returning and to address any ongoing difficulties.

At this meeting the Reviewing your Return form must be completed.