Chair, Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Specialty Advisory Committee
Why should I apply?
The Royal College of Pathologists is committed to setting and maintaining professional standards and promoting excellence in the teaching and practice of pathology, for the benefit of patients. Those holding office in the College contribute to this important work by providing professional leadership and contributing at a national level to the maintenance and development of pathology services and the quality of patient care.
What does the role entail?
The Specialty Advisory Committee (SAC) has delegated responsibility from Council for matters, including the professional, clinical and continuing professional education functions relating to their specialty.
Oversight responsibilities include:
- Delivery of agreed strategic objectives for the specialty which will be approved through College Council. These will be within any budget parameters and resource limitations of the College.
- Maintaining the relationship and joint working with the British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (BSHI) and other relevant societies.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Assurance Indicators (KAIs) that monitor the effective delivery of their specialty. These will be in keeping with any applicable College policy or strategy.
- Standards, continuous quality improvement, clinical audit and patient safety in the specialty
- Training and Continuing Professional Development for established practitioners
- Workforce issues and actions taken within the specialty
- Specialty networks and links or relationships with other networks or bodies related to the specialty
- Specialty engagement through an annual conference, other meetings and published articles
Full details can be found in the role description.
What is the commitment?
- Attendance at two SAC meetings per year
- Co-ordination of matters relating to SAC activities
- Reporting to College Council as requested
- Term of office: 3 years
How do I apply?
- You must be a Fellow of the College to be eligible to apply.
- If you meet the criteria and wish to apply, you must complete the nomination form by 5pm on Friday, 10 January 2025.
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