Core Competency #19 – Confidentiality

Is aware of policy and legal requirements and participates in activities to safeguard confidentiality. May take responsibility for training junior staff (Administrative Role)

Takes responsibility for coordination of procedures to safeguard confidentiality and ensures compliance with statute and other guidelines. Monitors effectiveness of procedures and reports breaches/ potential for breach. May investigate breaches and implement remedial action and undertake staff training (Managerial Role)

Develops robust policies and procedures. Monitors, reviews, and identifies deficiencies in procedures and implements remedial action. Anticipates changes to procedures in light of changing legislation. May take responsibility for advising practices on appropriate policy development and procedures, facilitating the availability of training (Strategic Role)