Members of the Disciplinary Panel of the College of Pharmacy of Newfoundland and Labrador (Disciplinary Panel) are called on occasionally to sit on three-person adjudication tribunals to hear complaints regarding registered pharmacists and pharmacy technicians that are referred by the Colleges' Complaints Authorization Committee.
The composition of the Disciplinary Panel shall reflect the cultural, ethnic, and regional diversity of the province.
The Disciplinary Panel shall consist of:
• 10 pharmacists who are not members of the board of directors
• one pharmacy technician who is not a member of the board of directors
• three persons who are not pharmacists or pharmacy technicians who shall be appointed by the Minister to represent the public interest
Diversity in the backgrounds, skills and experience of an appointed Disciplinary Panel can enhance the effectiveness of a panel by bringing a wider range of perspectives and knowledge. Knowledge or experience in the following areas would be welcome:
• Business or Public Administration
• Conflict Resolution
• Decision-making
• Ethics
• Financial Expertise
• Governance
• Health Care
• Human Resources
• Human Rights
• Labour Relations
• Legal Expertise
The following attributes are important considerations in selecting the Disciplinary Panel public representatives:
• Appreciation of professional regulatory bodies’ responsibility to protect the public
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Understanding and appreciation of confidentiality
• Active listening skills
• Ability and willingness to consider multiple perspectives on issues
• Strong reasoning and analytical skills
• Effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Flexibility and responsiveness
• Ability to work as a team member
Members of the Disciplinary Panel are appointed for three-year terms and are called upon to sit as members of an adjudication tribunal on an as-needed basis. In some years multiple adjudication tribunals are formed, while in other years, there are none. Members should be available to meet up to two to three times per year, plus any additional meetings or training sessions as required. Historically, members are not often called upon two years in a row.
A member appointed to the Disciplinary Panel holds office for a term of 3 years and is eligible to be reappointed. Notwithstanding the expiry of their term, a member of the Disciplinary Panel continues to be a member until they are re-appointed, or their replacement is appointed.
