How to Obtain Informed Consent When Using Perci

When using Perci to assist with clinical documentation, it is important to obtain informed consent from all participants before recording any conversation.

In Australia, consent requirements vary by state and territory. As a clinician, you are responsible for ensuring you comply with applicable legislation and professional standards.

What patients should understand

Before commencing recording, patients should be informed:

That the session will be recorded
That the recording is used to generate clinical notes
That the notes will be reviewed and finalised by you
How their information is securely stored
That they may decline consent

Best practice approach

Provide a brief explanation of why you use Perci
Allow the patient to ask questions
Obtain verbal consent before recording
Ensure consent is documented in the clinical record

Perci prompts you to confirm consent before each recording to support good practice, but clinicians remain responsible for ensuring consent is appropriately obtained.