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CPSA’s Competence Committee is looking for physician members

Are you an experienced physician with an interest in competence and continuous professional development? If so, consider an active role in profession-led governance by joining CPSA’s Competence Committee!

Under the Health Professions Act (HPA), the Competence Committee makes recommendations to CPSA’s Council about our quality improvement and assurance programs, which include general assessments, continuous professional development and competence assessments. As a committee member, you will provide direction and guidance on the development, implementation and evaluation of these programs. Serving on this committee provides an opportunity to liaise closely with your physician colleagues (including the Assistant Registrar of Continuing Competence) and other CPSA team members.

Qualifications:

• You hold a valid, active permit to practise medicine in Alberta and are in good standing with CPSA.
• You have a minimum of five years of practice experience.
• Involvement in teaching, education, remediation and continuous quality improvement are considered assets.

Time commitment:

• The Competence Committee meetings are held virtually and/or in person up to three times per year, for three-to-six hours.
• Members must review and be familiar with meeting materials prior to meetings.

Honorarium:

• CPSA provides committee members with an honorarium and reimburses relevant expenses based on CPSA rates.

How to apply:

• The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.
• If you are interested or require additional information, please email competencecommittee@cpsa.ab.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!