Application Process for the Perioperative Blood Management Examination
Step 1: Submit Application
- Personal Information
- Employer Information
- Facility Information
- Clinical Activity Report: Fifty clinical cases utilizing cell saver technique performed during the previous year. This list must include the date, hospital, surgeon, and specific procedure performed, e.g. "Total Hip Arthoplasty", "PLIF". (Vascular, Ortho, etc. will not be accepted)
- Copy of Clinical Credentialing (CCP, RN, LPN, MD, etc.) or copy of High School or College Diploma
- Authorization for Release of Information and Case Verification Form
- Non-refundable $200.00 fee to sit for exam.
Step 2:
IBBM Verifies Information
Upon receipt and verification of the Application and diploma/credentialing, you will receive an approval letter stating where and when the exam is held. This letter will include your Exam Admit Card which is required for admission to the exam.
Step 3: Take Certification Exam
Step 4: Recertify Every YearYou will be given 3 hours for the approximately 110 question exam. The exam is scored and results are released within 30 days of test date. If you pass, you will receive your Perioperative Blood Management Technologist Certification at the address you provide in your application.
For resources to prepare for the exam, click here.
Step 5: Submit Continuing Medical Education Form Every 3 YearsYou must recertify every year. To recertify, you must submit a Recertification Application. This application consists of personal information and a Clinical Activity Report: Fifty clinical cases utilizing cell saver technique performed during the previous year. This list must include the date, hospital, surgeon, and specific procedure performed, e.g. "Total Hip Arthoplasty", "PLIF". (Vascular, Ortho, etc. will not be accepted).
After verification of your information, you will receive your new PBMT Certificate.
You must submit 30 CME credits every triennial cycle to maintain certification. For more information, click here.