How to choose a new partner in general practice.
OBJECTIVE
To provide a guide to choosing a new partner in general practice by using psychometric assessments.


METHODS
A descriptive account of the experience of one practice.


METHODS
A general practice in Bristol.


RESULTS
The partners found that using a psychologist to assess both themselves and the candidates facilitated the selection process. During the pre-interview stage the partners learnt about the dynamics of the practice and their own personalities. The examination of the candidates by an outside assessor as well as the partners gave a sense of security and a certainty that mistakes were unlikely to be made.


CONCLUSIONS
More practices should consider adopting a selection process using psychometric assessments when appointing a new partner.
King
J
J
Department of Epidemiology and Public Health Medicine, University of Bristol.
Whitfield
M
M
D004739:England; D005194:Family Practice / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007407:Interviews as Topic; D010552:Personality Assessment; D010560:Personnel Selection / Q000379:methods*; D011594:Psychometrics; D000078329:Workforce