Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 360 - RULES OF GEORGIA COMPOSITE MEDICAL BOARD
Chapter 360-13 - RESPIRATORY CARE PROFESSIONALS, TECHNICIANS AND THERAPISTS
Rule 360-13-.09 - Reinstatement
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) A minimum of two (2) years shall pass from the date of any revocation of a certificate before the Board will consider an application for reinstatement. This requirement shall only apply to those instances in which the certificate in question was revoked for reasons other than failure to renew. For purposes of this rule, a voluntary surrender shall be considered a revocation for reasons other than failure to renew.
(2) Applicants for reinstatement who have not practiced within two (2) years prior to making application with the board must obtain the following continuing education hours to be eligible for reinstatement:
(3) In order to reinstate a certificate to practice respiratory care, an applicant must complete an application, pay a reinstatement fee as shall be designated in the fee schedule, and provide verification of completion of continuing education requirements as provided in Rule 360-13-.10 for each biennial period that the applicant was not certified. However, the maximum number of contact hours required may not exceed 60. The applicant must be able to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Board that he or she has maintained current knowledge, skill and proficiency in the practice of respiratory care with reasonable skill and safety.
(4) Reinstatement of the certificate is within the discretion of the Board.
(5) The Board may require the passage of an examination. The Board, in its discretion, may impose any remedial requirements deemed necessary.
(6) The Board may deny reinstatement for failure to demonstrate current knowledge, skill and proficiency in the practice of respiratory care or for being mentally or physically unable to practice respiratory care with reasonable skill and safety or for any ground set forth in O.C.G.A. § 43-34-149.
(7) The denial of reinstatement is not a contested case, but the applicant shall be entitled to an appearance before the Board.
O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-19, 43-34-143, 43-34-145, 43-34-147 to 43-34-151.