Disciplinary Panel of the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador

Department

Authority

Remuneration

Purpose:

This Panel will hear complaints regarding medical practitioners.

Structure:

The composition of the Disciplinary Panel shall reflect the cultural, ethnic, and regional diversity of the province.

The council shall consist of:

• at least ten medical practitioners, who are not members of the council, all of whom shall be appointed by the council and one of whom shall be appointed to serve as chairperson
• at least five persons, appointed by the Minister, who are not medical practitioners or members of the council, to represent the public interest

Competency Profile:

Diversity in the backgrounds, skills, and experience of appointed Disciplinary 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
• Knowledge of the Medical Act, 2011
• Understanding of the role of the Disciplinary Panel
• 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
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality and avoid conflict of interest
• Technological competency: ability to attend meetings and hearings that may be conducted virtually

Qualifications:

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
• Appreciation of the responsibilities to the public
• Flexible, responsive and willing to consider others’ opinions
• Capable of a broad perspective on issues
• Ability to listen and work as a team member
• No direct or indirect conflict of interest
• Strong reasoning skills

Time Commitments:

Panel members are required at the call of the Chair. Panel members are usually only requested to sit on one disciplinary hearing every one to two years. Hearings take place during regular business hours and typically require a minimum of a half day to a maximum of two days of dedicated time for the hearing, plus additional time for deliberations and reviewing the written decision. The length of time required will depend on the nature of the hearing.

Term:

Members to the Disciplinary Panel shall be appointed for a term of three years.

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. Persons appointed to the Disciplinary Panel may be reappointed.

Vacancy Profile:

The Disciplinary Panel of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking to fill at least two position to represent the public interest. 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.