In accordance with our Gender Equity in Medicine and Membership Diversity principles, we actively promote and encourage diverse representation in all College activities.
The Subcommittee currently has 1 vacancy for a Fellow to join the Basic Training Paediatrics & Child Health Division who is interested in contributing towards discussions and the decision-making process on the Accreditation of a Training Provider (settings) and the Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Program.
This is a particularly exciting time to join the Subcommittee following implementation of the new Training Provider Accreditation Program as from 1 January 2021 for all training settings offering Basic Training.
The accreditation of training settings for Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training is an essential activity that ensures high quality training environments for tomorrow’s Physicians. The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) and the Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Committee are responsible for ensuring that all training is undertaken in accredited training settings, and this is managed by the Paediatrics & Child Health Division Accreditation Subcommittee.
Key responsibilities:
Members are appointed for an initial term of 3 years. Subcommittee members can serve a maximum membership term of 6 years, comprising of two consecutive 3-year terms on the Subcommittee.
The role as a Subcommittee Member is a voluntary position however to support and thank you for your contributions towards Accreditation, you will receive CPD Points for the completed activities. In addition, all relevant travel, meals and accommodation costs for attending face-to-face Subcommittee meetings and any site visits is covered by the College, in accordance with the RACP Travel Policy and Guidelines (PDF).
To apply, submit an expression of interest form (DOC) and your CV to accreditation@racp.edu.au
For more information about the position, contact Sasha Pignataro, Education Officer of Training Accreditation Services on 1300 697 227 or email accreditation@racp.edu.au.