The College of Optometrists is seeking enthusiastic patient volunteers to join our Public and Patient Reference Group (PPRG). They will play a key role in supporting the people who work to prevent and manage eye diseases in the UK. Their insights will also contribute to our work to enhance eye care practices and standards.
The role
As a member of the PPRG you will:
- review and give feedback on ‘Plain Language Summaries’ in our Clinical Management Guidelines to make sure they are easy to understand
- take part in and feedback on a variety of college activities by sharing your experiences of eye care services
- attend and contribute to an annual virtual meeting and other occasional virtual meetings
- be prepared to evaluate and comment on a range of resources, consultations and campaigns relevant to patients
Membership of the PPRG will be for two years with an option to continue for an additional two years.
Who we are looking for
You will:
- have used high street eye care services/visited an optical practice for a sight test in last two years, or care for someone who has
- OR have experience of community and hospital optometric care, either as a patient or carer
You will also:
- have time to review documents and share your thoughts. It is estimated you will be reviewing around 30 plain language summaries over the course of a year
- be able to join a yearly meeting and occasional additional virtual meetings
- be able to communicate your views clearly and respect other people’s views
- keep all draft documentation shared as confidential and not share with anyone outside of the PPRG
Deadline for applying is 6 November.
November 27, 2024
