Saskatchewan Centre for Patient Oriented Research (SCPOR) - Patient Partner Advisory Committee (PPAC) Member

Opportunity details

Position type

Patient Partner

Number of positions available

6

Organization

Saskatchewan Centre for Patient Oriented Research (SCPOR)

Role overview

Patient, family, and public engagement is central to improving the quality of health research, quality of health care and the health of Saskatchewan citizens. The Saskatchewan Centre for Patient Oriented Research (SCPOR) Patient Partner Advisory Council works together to support patient-oriented research in Saskatchewan.

Required knowledge, experience, skills

The Patient Partner Advisory Council is dedicated to the meaningful inclusion of the diverse voices of Saskatchewan patients, family members, care givers and community members who have lived experience of a health issue and the health care system. It would be very helpful, but not mandatory, if SCPOR Patient Partner Advisory Council members have experience being part of a patient-oriented research team. This experience will support the understanding in the role of Patient Partners on this committee. Experience as a patient or family patient in healthcare is also of benefit.

Time commitment

Patient Partner Advisory Council meetings occur once every 4 - 6 weeks and the meetings are two hours in length. Some preparation is required before meetings to review the agenda. Working groups are often formed to carry out Patient Partner Advisory Council activities and members may choose to join these if they are interested and have capacity.

Location

Meetings will be held virtually using Webex. One to two face-to-face meeting may be held every year.

What can you expect from the research team?

Orientation will be provided to all Patient Partner Advisory Council activities, including a discussion about the role and responsibilities of members and a review of previous meeting minutes. All new members will also have an opportunity to be part of a mentoring program where they will be connected with an experienced Patient Partner from the council. As needed, Patient Partners will receive specific training related to principles and processes of patient-oriented research such as Building Research Relationships with Indigenous Communities (BRRIC) training. Support will also be provided regarding claiming honoraria and attending virtual meetings. If access to technology is an issue, then support will be provided.

Supports available to participate

Honoraria, Expense Reimbursement *to reduce barriers of collaboration, technical equipment may be loaned.

Submission of interest deadline

January 20, 2025