Description

The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is seeking a public member to join its Commission board. 

Requirements

The Public Member shall have expertise in one of the following: allied health discipline/health care provider/medical professional (other than nutrition and dietetics), payer executive, communication, marketing, technology, finance, community leadership, case management, advocacy, quality measurement, human resources, regulatory, compliance, business ethics, and certification.

The public member shall:

• be appointed to represent the direct and indirect users of the services offered by CDR certificants and to effectively advocate for their interests.  
• have the same privilege and authority, and are expected to perform the same duties, as those of all other Commissioners.
• establish and evaluate standards, policies and procedures for the certification program, including eligibility, reinstatement, examination and recertification.
• establish fees and provide responsible fiscal planning and control for the administration of the certification program.
•  represent the consumers of the services provided by the nutrition and dietetic industry.
• represent the public’s interest in safety and consumer protection. advocate for accountability and responsiveness.
• be appointed by the Commission for a one-year term and may be re-appointed by the Commission Chair-Elect for consecutive years, not to exceed a total of six (6) years.  
• be appointed for the Term to begin on June 1.