Code of Massachusetts Regulations 267 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF PERFUSIONISTS
267 CMR — Board of Registration of Perfusionists, Massachusetts
Overview
267 CMR is part of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) that governs the licensing, regulation, and professional conduct of perfusionists in Massachusetts.
A perfusionist is a healthcare professional who operates heart-lung machines and other equipment during cardiac surgery, ensuring blood circulation and oxygenation.
The regulation is issued by the Board of Registration of Perfusionists under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
Purpose and Rationale
Protect Public Health and Safety
Perfusionists play a critical role in cardiac surgery, and errors can be life-threatening.
Regulate the Profession
Ensures that only qualified, licensed perfusionists practice in Massachusetts.
Maintain Professional Standards
Establishes education, training, ethical, and practice requirements.
Discipline and Enforcement
Provides a framework for handling complaints, violations, and misconduct.
Key Provisions of 267 CMR
1. Licensing Requirements
To be licensed, an applicant must:
Have graduated from an accredited perfusion education program.
Complete a minimum number of clinical training hours.
Pass the certification examination approved by the Board (e.g., American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion).
Submit a complete application, including references, proof of education, and any prior disciplinary history.
2. Renewal of License
Licenses must be renewed periodically (typically every 2 years).
Renewal requires:
Completion of continuing education credits.
Payment of renewal fees.
Certification that the perfusionist is competent and in good standing.
3. Scope of Practice
Perfusionists may:
Operate heart-lung machines and other extracorporeal circulation devices.
Administer blood products and medications during surgery under supervision.
Monitor patient physiological parameters during procedures.
Perfusionists must work under physician supervision in a licensed healthcare facility.
4. Professional Conduct
267 CMR requires perfusionists to:
Adhere to ethical standards.
Avoid fraud, misrepresentation, or negligence.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Report errors or adverse events as required.
5. Disciplinary Actions
The Board can investigate complaints against perfusionists for:
Incompetence or negligence
Violation of professional standards
Criminal conduct related to the practice
Possible outcomes include:
License suspension or revocation
Probation or fines
Mandatory retraining or remediation
6. Continuing Education
Licenses are contingent upon continuing education.
Perfusionists must complete courses in:
Advances in perfusion techniques
Patient safety protocols
Ethical practice standards
Practical Implications
For Aspiring Perfusionists:
Must meet education, training, and certification standards to practice in Massachusetts.
For Employers:
Must verify licensure and compliance with 267 CMR before allowing perfusionists to work in surgical settings.
For Patients:
Ensures that perfusionists are competent, certified, and regulated, reducing the risk of medical errors during cardiac surgery.
Key Takeaways
267 CMR governs licensing, practice, and conduct of perfusionists in Massachusetts.
Establishes education, certification, and clinical training requirements.
Licenses must be renewed with continuing education.
The Board of Registration of Perfusionists ensures compliance and handles disciplinary actions.
Protects public safety and patient care quality in cardiac procedures.
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