Board of Respiratory Care

Total public member:               5         Method of Appointment:           Appointed by Mayor, confirmed by Council         Length of Appointment:           3 yearsResidency:                               DC Residency RequiredPaid board:                              No (all roles are voluntary)Description:The Board shall regulate the practice of respiratory therapy.Commission membership: 3 respiratory care practitioners licensed in the District1 physician with knowledge and experience in the practice of respiratory care or a respiratory care practitioner, licensed in the District1 consumer memberQualifications:  The professional members must be licensed to practice in the District. Each professional member shall have been engaged in the practice for at least 3 years preceding appointment. The consumer member shall not be a health professional or in training to become a health professional, and shall not have a household member who is a health professional or is in training to become a health professional.Time Commitment:The Board meets every other month; subcommittees meet as required to complete tasks.If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application. A member of our team will contact you to discuss the opportunity.