Testing and Assessment Specialist

Assists in developing test items and assessments, including supporting item writing committees, ensuring adherence to maintenance of certification (MOC) and continuing medical education (CME) standards, and assisting in developing new educational activities.  Works under the direction of the assessment development manager to ensure that test items adequately and appropriately cover content blueprints and are technically sound.

Primary responsibilities:

• Works with SCCM members and authors to develop and collect test items
• Participates in developing, reviewing, editing, and delivering assessment content
• Functions as secondary staff partner for specific committees
• Assists with item writing workshops and training for staff, members, and authors
• Tracks compliance with medical board requirements for MOC
• Collects examinees’ posttest data for all MOC-eligible exams
• Works with SCCM staff to facilitate collection of examination data