Va. Code § 54.1-2957.14

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845

Section 54.1-2957.14 - Advisory Board on Polysomnographic Technology; appointment; terms; duties

A. The Advisory Board on Polysomnographic Technology shall assist the Board in carrying out the provisions of this chapter regarding the qualifications, examination, and regulation of licensed polysomnographic technologists.

The Advisory Board shall consist of five members appointed by the Governor for four-year terms. Three members shall be at the time of appointment polysomnographic technologists who have practiced for not less than three years, one member shall be a physician who specializes in the practice of sleep medicine and is licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth, and one member shall be appointed by the Governor from the Commonwealth at large.

Vacancies occurring other than by expiration of term shall be filled for the unexpired term. No person shall be eligible to serve on the Advisory Board for more than two consecutive terms.

B. The Advisory Board shall, under the authority of the Board, recommend to the Board for its enactment into regulation the criteria for licensure as a polysomnographic technologist and the standards of professional conduct for holders of polysomnographic licenses.

The Advisory Board shall also assist in such other matters dealing with polysomnographic technology as the Board may in its discretion direct.

Va. Code § 54.1-2957.14

2010, c. 838.

Amended by Acts 2010, c. 838.