We are recruiting IP qualified optometrists and ophthalmologists to join the Independent Prescribing Development Group. This group writes and edits questions and scenarios for the Therapeutics Common Final Assessment (TCFA) in Independent Prescribing.
Role requirements
Applicants may be experienced academics, IP optometrists and ophthalmologists with an understanding of clinical assessment.
You must:
- be a practising IP optometrist/ophthalmologist familiar with optometric education
- be registered with the GOC/GMC
- have an understanding of clinical assessment
- have experience of sitting on assessment boards or similar
- have experience of analysing candidate performance
Training and support will be provided by The College of Optometrists.
Expected commitment
It is suggested that members of the development group meet six times annually, but the frequency of meetings shall be determined by the College.
The exact purpose of each meeting (ie whether writing, editing or both) will be determined by the need for scenarios and agreed in advance with members by the Education team at the College.
Appointments will be for three years, renewable for a further three years.
The Panel normally runs from 10:00 to 16:00 with a lunch break. Meetings are normally held remotely unless stated otherwise.
No preparation for the meetings is required.
About us
The College of Optometrists is the professional body for optometry. It qualifies the profession and delivers the guidance and development to ensure optometrists provide the best possible care. We promote excellence through the College’s affixes, by building the evidence base for optometry, and raising awareness of the profession with the public, commissioners, and healthcare professionals.