This Panel will hear complaints regarding licensed practitioners.
The composition of the Disciplinary Panel shall reflect the cultural, ethnic, and regional diversity of the province.
The Panel shall consist of:
• at least five dispensing opticians who are not members of the Board, one of whom shall be appointed to serve as chairperson
• at least two persons appointed by the Minister, who are not dispensing opticians, to represent the public interest, who shall together constitute a Disciplinary Panel
Diversity in the backgrounds, skills and experience of appointed Panel members can enhance the effectiveness of a Panel by bringing a wider range of perspectives and knowledge. Examples may include:
• Knowledge of professional regulation
• Understanding the role of the Disciplinary Panel
• Strategic management and organizational change
• Ability to read, analyze, and critically evaluate evidence to render a decision as per the legislation
• Ability to listen and work collaboratively as a team member
• Familiarity with the principals of good governance, including accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality and avoid conflict of interest
• Technological competence
• Leadership that fosters a diverse and respectful panel, and empowers others
• Backgrounds: health care, public relations, governance, human relations, financial expertise, education, legal expertise
The following attributes are important considerations in selecting members:
• Demonstrated understanding of professional regulation
• Expressed interest in health care
• Previous board/disciplinary panel experience/experience with administrative decision-making/decision writing/policy development experience
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Appreciation of the responsibilities to the public
• Flexible, responsive and willing to consider others’ opinions
• Capable of a wide perspective on issues
• Ability to listen and work collaboratively, as a team member
• No direct or indirect conflict of interest
• Strong reasoning and conflict resolution skills
• Strategic planning experience
• Effective communication skills (written and oral)
Panel members are only required if there is a disciplinary matter or upon the call of the Chair.
Of the members first appointed to the Disciplinary Panel, one half shall be appointed for a term of two years and the remainder for a term of three years and all subsequent appointments of members to the Disciplinary Panel shall be for a term of three years.
Notwithstanding the expiry of their term, a member of the Disciplinary Panel may continue to be a member until they are reappointed or replaced. Persons appointed to the Disciplinary Panel may be reappointed
The Disciplinary Panel of the Dispensing Opticians Board of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking to fill at least two public interest representative positions. Expressions of interest are being sought from individuals who possess the background, experience and skill set identified in the board profile above and who can bring unique perspectives to the table. Consideration will also be given to a variety of demographic factors to ensure the board is representative of the population they serve.
