How to Attract the Right GP: Top 3 Compensation Lures Besides Salary 

Attracting Candidates / Salary and Benefits

In the competitive medical recruitment field, attracting the right General Practitioner (GP) goes beyond offering a competitive salary. While salary is important, other compensation aspects can significantly influence a GP’s decision to join and stay with a practice.  

GP practices and recruiters looking to offer attractive compensation packages for GPs should consider these factors beyond salary, as found in an Australian Doctor survey of over 500 GPs. While 78% of GPs prioritise salary, other factors are also crucial in their decision-making process. 

Here are the top three compensation lures for GPs, based on insights from the Annual AusDoc.JOBS Job Seeker Study and an Australian Doctor survey.