P54
Policy on the Follow-up of Results of Investigations Ordered from EDsThis document relates to follow up of results of investigations ordered from emergency departments (EDs). ACEM recognises that investigation ordering is an integral part of emergency medicine. Clinicians in EDs must ensure the results of investigations ordered from that department are followed up within a clinically appropriate timeframe.
P181
Policy on Provision of EM Telephone Support to Health ProfessionalsAdvice given to medical colleagues by telephone cannot constitute a full assessment, and ED staff should err on the side of caution in providing an opinion. Where advice is given, the date, time and the advice should be documented, as should the identity and role of the caller, and the patient for whom advice was given.
P34
Policy on Organ and Tissue DonationThis Policy outlines the responsibilities of emergency physicians within the organ and tissue donation process. The principles accord with the Best Practice Guideline for Offering Organ and Tissue Donation in Australia. The Policy does not give clinical advice on donor identification, management or assessment for medical suitability.
G26
Guidelines for Reducing the Spread of Infectious Disease in EDsAll ED staff have a role in reducing communicable disease transmission. This document advises on infection prevention and control practices for ED staff members, including ancillary as well as medical and nursing staff. Hospital and ED management are also in scope to ensure good practice is promoted within the ED and across the hospital.
P44
Policy on Provision of EM Telephone Advice to the General PublicThis is a policy of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM; the College). This document relates to the provision of emergency medical advice over the telephone to patients, carers and non-health professionals who telephone a hospital emergency department.
S881
Statement on Health and Human RightsThis document is a position statement of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM; the College) and relates to health and human rights. It is applicable to all ACEM members and represents a standard for our membership to uphold and maintain.
S880
Statement on the Impact of Urgent Care Centres on EDs in AustraliaTimely access to community-based healthcare is a fundamental tenet of healthcare in Australia. ACEM supports any successful initiatives that improve access to primary healthcare.
2022 Trainee ED Placement Survey
The Trainee ED Placement Survey is an annual survey distributed to FACEM trainees that captures site-specific data to ensure sites provide training and a training environment which are appropriate, safe, and supportive of FACEM trainees.
SUB613
ACEM's National Health Reform Agreement Addendum SubmissionACEM's submission to the review of the National Health Reform Agreement Addendum 2020-2025 that was commissioned by Health Ministers of the Commonwealth and all States and Territories.
P07
Policy on Clinical Privileges for Emergency PhysiciansThe clinical privileges of emergency physicians (FACEMs) include direct clinical patient care, supervision of clinical staff, clinical support and risk management. Activities include quality assurance, teaching, research, participation in the maintenance of professional standards, and working with ACEM to further emergency medicine.