Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologist Licensing Board

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Practitioner information

The following regulated professions are overseen by the Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologist Licensing Board. Learn more about applying for a license, associated fees, laws, rules and more by following the links below:

• Respiratory Therapists
• Polysomnographic Technologists

About the board

The Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologist Licensing Board (RTPT) oversees the practices of respiratory therapists and polysomnographic technologists in the State of Oregon.

The RTPT consists of seven members appointed by the governor and subject to confirmation by the Oregon Senate:

• Three respiratory therapists
• Two polysomnographic technologists
• One qualified medical director for polysomnography or respiratory care
• One public member

Members of the board must be citizens of Oregon. Respiratory therapist and polysomnographic technologist members must have engaged in their respective practice for a period of five or more years immediately preceding appointment. The term of office of each member of the board is four years, but members serve at the pleasure of the governor. Vacancies are filled by the governor by appointment for the unexpired term. A member holds office until the appointment and qualification of a successor.

Members are eligible for reappointment. After serving two consecutive full terms, members must wait at least four years before being eligible for appointment to serve on the board.

Board members

Michael Lefor

 

Michael Lefor

Term: 2nd Full
Term end: 2/29/2020
Portland

Dr. Michael Lefor is Attending Physician at The Oregon Clinic and specializes in critical care, pulmonary and sleep medicine, all for which he is board certified. Named as one of Portland Monthly's "Top Doctors" in 2010 and 2012, Dr. Lefor serves as medical director at sleep disorder treatment facilities in Portland and Silverton. Graduating from Oregon Health & Science University with a medical degree in 1996, Dr. Lefor has presented, consulted or acted in an academic capacity at more than 50 conferences, workshops and other events. He served his residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle and received a fellowship in his practice specialties from the University of Utah. "Ultimately, our responsibilities are to our patients so they can receive the most appropriate, safe, and reliable care," Dr. Lefor said. "Because of my background, I do feel that I am well qualified to provide a physician-patient perspective regarding any regulatory developments governing respiratory care and polysomnography."

Erickson, Michael

 

Erickson, Michael

Term: 1st Full
Term end: 5/31/2025
Hermiston

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Richard Burton II

 

Richard Burton II

Term: 1st Full
Term end: 2/15/2028
Gold Beach

Carrie Coffman

Carrie Coffman

Term: 1st Full
Term end: 9/30/2028
Jacksonville

Carrie has been a Respiratory Therapist and has been employed at Rogue Regional Medical Center since 1997. While working as a staff therapist, she worked on the general floors, intensive care units, pediatrics, neonatal intensive care unit, and was a member of the NICU transport team. She also functioned as a charge/lead therapist, eventually becoming the supervisor for the Respiratory Department in 2001. She moved to the Nursing Professional Department as the respiratory therapy educator in 2022. She provides education, focusing on respiratory therapy issues, to all three Asante facilities.

Darrell (Tony) Waite

Darrell (Tony) Waite

Term: 1st Full
Term end: 9/30/2028
Coquille

My name is Darrell (Tony) Waite. I began my career in the military. This career chose me, and the military experience I gained provided a broad spectrum of knowledge in the respiratory field. My breadth of experience encompasses all aspects of cardiopulmonary care, beginning with Respiratory Therapy, Cardiology, Pulmonary Functions, Invasive Cardiology (Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory), and finally, Sleep Lab. Respiratory Therapy has been my primary role throughout the years, including work with fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Historically, I have also held positions as a Certified Emergency Medical Technician. My experience is broad and varied. This combined experience in all fields has deepened my understanding and perspective when relating to Respiratory Therapy and Sleep Medicine.

VACANT

The Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologists Licensing Board currently has an opening for a Polysomnographic Technologist. To apply, fill out the Application form.

VACANT

The Respiratory Therapist and Polysomnographic Technologists Licensing Board currently has an opening for a Public Member. To apply, fill out the Application form.

Board Recruitment

Are you interested in serving as a volunteer citizen board member? HLO-regulated boards seek new members as current board member terms expire.

Current vacancies and how to apply

For board recruitment questions or the appointment process, contact the Oregon Governor's Office of Executive Appointments at 503-378-6829.