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CLINICAL PERFUSIONIST
License Description CLINICAL PERFUSIONIST

A clinical perfusionist operates special equipment that temporarily takes over a patient's respiratory and/or circulatory functions. This ensures that oxygen reaches the patient's body through the blood, even when the patient's lungs and heart are temporarily not functioning. They are part of the surgical team for operations such as open heart surgery.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an ACPE/CAHEA approved perfusion education program.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Examinations are given by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or its successor organization.

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS:
Every two (2) years before the last day of the month in which a license holder's birthday falls.

CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Fifteen (15) hours of continuing education in courses approved by the Committee and Board every calendar year.
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
"665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor"
, Na 000TN-7243
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Education Specific course required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 09/09/2024

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