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Clinical Radiology OSCER Examination Review Panel

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The OSCER Examination Review Panel (CROERP) develops, sets, reviews, and marks the Phase 2 OSCER examinations. Joining the panel is a rewarding way to contribute to both your profession and the College.

About the Panel

The CROERP is comprised of 15 members: one chair and two members for each topic area:

  • Abdominal,
  • Breast,
  • Musculoskeletal,
  • Neuroradiology/Head and Neck,
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology,
  • Paediatrics,
  • Thoracic and Cardiovascular.

The work of panel is guided by the following principles:

  • Acting in the best interests of patients
  • Supporting high-quality healthcare
  • Upholding the integrity of clinical radiology, RANZCR, and the Faculty of Clinical Radiology

Member Expectations

  • Participate actively in meetings and decision-making
  • Attend at least 75% of meetings each year
  • Join additional workshops or training (e.g. standard setting, blueprinting, question development)
  • Review meeting papers and minutes in advance
  • Attend the annual face-to-face meeting
  • Act with care, diligence, and in the best interests of the CROERP and RANZCR.

Ongoing Responsibilities

  • Contribute to exam development, review, marking, and standard setting
  • Maintain and enhance the question bank to ensure fairness, accuracy, and consistency
  • Provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement
  • Remain informed about developments affecting the panel’s work
  • Support Faculty policy development
  • Foster collaboration with College partners and stakeholders

Eligibility

We invite Fellows or Life Members with a minimum of six years post-award of FRANZCR or equivalent.

If you are passionate and experienced in exam preparation or teaching, this role may suit you. You don’t need expertise in the entire syllabus—regular teaching in key areas is sufficient.

Selection Criteria

  • Skilled evaluator and communicator
  • Current clinical experience in relevant curriculum areas
  • Practising sub-specialist/special interest in your field
  • Knowledge of curriculum, learning outcomes, and assessment
  • Interest or expertise in examination matters
  • Active involvement in teaching and training of clinical radiologists
  • Active participation in the College CPD program
  • Understanding of the medical, educational, and regulatory context in which RANZCR operates
  • Available for travel for face-to-face meetings

 

Dr Sarah Constantine

“ I have been involved in the Part 2 oral exams for almost 10 years and the Part 1 anatomy exam for about 2 years.
I was quite nervous at first as to whether I was good enough to be an examiner, but the established examiners and College officials were all very helpful and supportive. Now I cannot imagine not being involved! The exams keep me on my toes and help keep me up-to-date with my knowledge better than any other CPD activities. I have also made some wonderful radiology friends from all over Australia and New Zealand. It is also great to give back to the College — if we all volunteer a little bit, the system will keep on going for years to come.

— Dr Sarah Constantine

 

Time commitment

Members should be able to dedicate around 1–2 hours per week to College examination activities, with additional time around meetings and examinations.

The Panel meets throughout the year to prepare and attend scheduled meetings and workshops. Meetings include one face-to-face session (travel required) and others via webinar, each requiring up to 8 hours of preparation and attendance.

Typical schedule:

  • 2 x setting meeting (2 days)
  • 2 x review meetings (0.5 day each)
  • Examiner training session (1 day)

Length of Tenure

Panel members serve a three-year term and can be reappointed for up to three terms in a row. After that, they need to take a two-year break before rejoining, unless the Panel Chair and Chair of CREAC approve an extension.

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