OAR 333-265-0085
Investigations

(1)

The Authority may conduct an investigation of an EMS provider if:

(a)

The Authority receives a report in accordance with ORS 676.150 (Duty to report prohibited or unprofessional conduct, arrests and convictions) or complaint concerning an EMS provider;

(b)

Personal or criminal history questions arise during a review of an application that raise questions about the EMS provider’s ability to safely perform the duties of an EMS provider;

(c)

A reportable action is received pursuant to OAR 333-265-0080 (Reporting Obligations); or

(d)

The Authority receives information in any manner that indicates an EMS provider:

(A)

Has violated ORS chapter 682 or these rules;

(B)

May be medically incompetent;

(C)

May be guilty of prohibited, unprofessional or dishonorable conduct; or

(D)

May be mentally or physically unable to safely function as an EMS provider.

(2)

The Authority may investigate the off-duty conduct of an EMS provider to the extent that such conduct may reasonably raise questions about the ability of the EMS provider to perform the duties of an EMS provider in accordance with the standards established by this division.

(3)

Upon receipt of a report or complaint about an EMS provider or applicant, the Authority may conduct an investigation as described under ORS 676.165 (Complaint investigation) and 682.220 (Denial, suspension or revocation of license). Investigations shall be conducted in accordance with ORS 676.175 (Complaints and investigations confidential), ORS 682.224 (Discipline), and this rule.

(4)

The fact that an investigation is conducted by the Authority does not imply that disciplinary action will be taken.

(5)

During an investigation the Authority may do any of the following:

(a)

Request additional information from the EMS provider;

(b)

Conduct a phone or in-person interview; or

(c)

Request or order that the EMS provider undergo a psychological, physical, psychiatric, alcohol or chemical dependency assessment.

(6)

Information obtained during an investigation shall be kept confidential and not disclosed to the public.

(7)

In determining the appropriate disciplinary action, the Authority shall consider the following:

(a)

The nature of the violation and relevant facts;

(b)

The number of repeated or related offenses;

(c)

Any other discipline or corrective action taken by an employer or supervising physician; and

(d)

Letters of support, recommendation or concern if offered by the licensee or other party.

(8)

Prior to taking any disciplinary action the Authority must determine if the EMS provider has been disciplined for the questioned conduct by the EMS provider’s employer or supervising physician. The authority shall consider any such discipline or any other corrective action in deciding whether additional discipline or corrective action by the Authority is appropriate.

Source: Rule 333-265-0085 — Investigations, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-265-0085.

333‑265‑0000
Definitions 333‑265‑0010
Application for Approval of EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic Courses 333‑265‑0012
Requirements for Conducting Emergency Medical Responder Courses 333‑265‑0014
EMS Provider Course Requirements 333‑265‑0015
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Field Internships 333‑265‑0016
Paramedic Field Internships 333‑265‑0018
Course Director Qualifications for EMR Courses 333‑265‑0020
Approved EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic Course Director 333‑265‑0022
Program Administrator and Faculty Responsibilities 333‑265‑0023
EMS Provider Examinations 333‑265‑0024
EMT-Intermediate Provider Examination 333‑265‑0025
Application Process to Obtain an EMS Provider License 333‑265‑0026
EMS Licensing Officer Application and Approval 333‑265‑0030
Fees for Licensure and License Renewal of an EMS Provider 333‑265‑0040
Application Review and Approval 333‑265‑0045
Renewal of License 333‑265‑0050
Licensure by Reciprocity 333‑265‑0058
Emergency Initial Provisional License 333‑265‑0060
Paramedic Provisional Licensure 333‑265‑0070
Out-of-State EMS Provider Rendering Patient Care in Oregon 333‑265‑0080
Reporting Obligations 333‑265‑0083
Conduct or Practice Contrary to Recognized Standards of Ethics 333‑265‑0085
Investigations 333‑265‑0087
Discipline 333‑265‑0090
Reverting to a Lower Level of EMT Licensure 333‑265‑0105
Reinstatement of an EMS Provider License 333‑265‑0110
Continuing Education Requirements for License Renewal 333‑265‑0140
Maintaining Continuing Education Records 333‑265‑0150
Continuing Education Records Audit 333‑265‑0160
Responsibility to Notify the Authority of Changes 333‑265‑0170
Displaying EMS Provider Licensure Level
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 333-265-0085’s source at or​.us