In the manner prescribed in ORS chapter 183 for a contested case hearing, the Authority may deny, suspend, or revoke the certificate of any CHDT for the following causes:
- (1) Failure to consent to a criminal records check;
- (2) The use of fraud or deception in receiving a certificate;
- (3) Use of any alcohol or drugs to an extent or in a manner sufficient to impair the ability of the certificate holder to conduct safely the duties of a CHDT or that could pose a risk to the public;
- (4) The presence of a mental health condition that demonstrably affects a CHDT's performance, as certified by two psychiatrists retained by the Authority;
- (5) Conviction of a criminal offense deemed by the Authority to be related to the fitness of the CHDT to practice hemodialysis;
- (6) Suspension or revocation of a hemodialysis technician certificate or license issued by another state;
- (7) Gross negligence or repeated negligence in rendering hemodialysis care; or
- (8) Engaged in unprofessional or dishonorable conduct as outlined in OAR 333-275-0130.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 688.665
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 688.655
History
PH 13-2023, amend filed 03/13/2023, effective 07/01/2023
OHD 2-2001, f. & cert. ef. 1-18-01