OAR 333-275-0140: Reporting Obligations

(1) Any dialysis facility or center, any hemodialysis technician certified under ORS 688.625 through ORS 688.665, any physician, nurse practitioner, or any registered nurse shall, using a written or electronic form prescribed by the Authority, report to the Authority within 10 calendar days of receiving or becoming knowledgeable of any information that appears to show that a CHDT is or may be: (a) Medically incompetent; (b) Guilty of unprofessional or dishonorable conduct; or (c) Mentally or physically unable to safely function as a CHDT. (2) A CHDT shall report to the Authority the following: (a) Any arrest, charge or conviction; (b) A disciplinary restriction placed on the scope of practice of the CHDT by a dialysis facility or center; (c) Any action or sanction taken by a health professional regulatory board against the CHDT if the CDHT is licensed or certified in a health-related occupation; (d) A legal action being filed against the CHDT alleging misconduct or malpractice; or (e) A change in physical or mental health which may affect the CHDT's ability to perform the duties of a hemodialysis technician. (3) After receiving a report described in this rule, the Authority may conduct an investigation in accordance with OAR 333-275-0120. (4) A CHDT's failure to comply with the reporting requirements specified in section (1) or (2) of this rule may result in disciplinary action against the CHDT. (5) In accordance with ORS 688.655, a person who reports or provides information to the Authority under this section and who provides information in good faith shall not be subject to an action for civil damage as a result thereof.