What you'll get from the handbook
- Information to help you understand the terms and conditions of the resident doctor contract in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
- The legal framework you are required to work within as a resident doctor.
- Example policies, contract and best practice that can be adapted to your situation.
How to use the handbook
This guide is not meant to be a comprehensive substitute for the detailed guidance and support available from our advisers.
Our aim is to provide you with an overview of key areas you need to consider as a resident doctor. Advice tailored to your situation is available from our advisers.
For almost 200 years, we have been supporting doctors from tuition to physician and beyond. Learn more about being a BMA member today.
Contract guidance for resident doctors in Wales
BMA members may sign in to view our contract guidance for resident doctors in Wales.
As of 18 September, all references to junior doctors in BMA communications have been changed to ‘resident doctors’.
Making up nearly 25% of all doctors in the UK, this cohort will now have a title that better reflects their huge range of skills and responsibilities.
Find out more about why junior doctors are now known as 'resident doctors'.