OAR 333-275-0160: Disciplinary Action and Civil Penalty

(1) Upon completion of an investigation, the Authority may take one or more of the following actions: (a) Close the investigation and take no action; (b) Issue a letter of reprimand; (c) Place the CHDT on probation; (d) Suspend the CHDT’s certificate; (e) Revoke or deny the CHDT’s certificate; (f) Place limitations on the ability of the CHDT to practice hemodialysis in Oregon; (g) Assess the cost of disciplinary proceedings, not to exceed $1,000, as a civil penalty or assess a civil penalty not to exceed $1,000. (2) Any disciplinary action taken by the Authority will be done in accordance with ORS chapter 183. (3) A civil penalty not to exceed $1,000 may be imposed as provided in ORS 183.745, in addition to disciplinary action against the CHDT’s certificate. Disciplinary action against the CHDT certificate does not preclude imposing a civil penalty. Criminal conviction does not preclude imposition of a civil penalty for the same conduct. (4) Civil penalties may be imposed pursuant to ORS 183.745 according to the following schedule: (a) Gross negligence or repeated negligence in rendering hemodialysis — $500–$1000. (b) 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 — $250–$1000. (c) Committed unprofessional or dishonorable conduct — $100–$1000.