Good Medical Practice: Working in teams

1. 41. Most doctors work in teams with colleagues from other professions. Working in teams does not change your personal accountability for your professional conduct and the care you provide. When working in a team, you should act as a positive role model and try to motivate and inspire your colleagues. You must:
   1. a. respect the skills and contributions of your colleagues
   2. b. communicate effectively with colleagues within and outside the team
   3. c. make sure that your patients and colleagues understand your role and responsibilities in the team, and who is responsible for each aspect of patient care
   4. d. participate in regular reviews and audit of the standards and performance of the team, taking steps to remedy any deficiencies
   5. e. support colleagues who have problems with performance, conduct or health.
2. 42. If you are responsible for leading a team, you must follow the guidance in Management for doctors.