Physical Therapy, Board of

Examines candidates for licensure or registration and investigates charges of malpractice, unsafe conditions, or unprofessional conduct. The Board also conducts disciplinary hearings and recommends and adopts rules and regulations to promote safety, protection, and welfare to the public.
Board Websitehttps://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/physical-therapist-and-physical-therapist-assistant/board-physical-therapy
Policy AreaHealth
Governor Appointments7
Total Board Positions7
Statutory AuthorityRCW 18.74.020
Public Disclosure Required?No
Senate Confirmation Required?No
Compensation$250 per day, plus travel and per diem
Term Length (years)4
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: Five licensed physical therapists with five years experience. One member shall be a physical therapist assistant licensed under this chapter and residing in this state, shall not have less than five years' experience in the practice of physical therapy, and shall be actively engaged in practice within two years of appointment. One member of the general public with interests in the rights of health-care consumers.

No member say serve for more than two consecutive full four-year terms.