1. (1) A respiratory therapist temporary license authorizes a holder to practice respiratory care under supervision and pending passage of the qualifying examination.
2. (2) For the purpose of this rule, supervision means the required presence of a licensed respiratory therapist or qualified Medical Director for respiratory care. Supervision must be provided at the work location at the same time as the respiratory therapist temporary license holder.
3. (3) A respiratory therapist temporary license holder must notify the Office within 10 calendar days of changes in employment status or supervisor.
4. (4) A respiratory therapy temporary license is valid for six months and may not be renewed.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 676.568, ORS 676.615, ORS 688.815 & ORS 688.830

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 676.568

History

HLO 12-2020, amend filed 12/30/2020, effective 01/01/2021
HLA 15-2011, f. 12-30-11, cert. ef. 1-1-12