D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-6511

Current through Register 71, No. 45, November 7, 2024

Rule 17-6511 - DUTIES OF A PRECEPTOR

6511.1

This section shall apply only to preceptors who are supervising pharmacy interns in the performance of independent, pre-licensure professional practice in satisfaction of the internship required by §6503 of this chapter.

6511.2

To qualify to serve as a preceptor, a pharmacist shall:

(a) Be licensed in good standing to practice pharmacy in the District of Columbia;

(b) Have been engaged in the practice of pharmacy for at least two (2) years on a full-time basis immediately prior to serving as a preceptor; and

(c) Not currently be the subject of a disciplinary sanction or investigation in any jurisdiction.

6511.3

Prior to supervising a pharmacy intern, a preceptor shall sign the "Oath of Preceptor," which states as follows:

"I submit that I shall answer all questions concerning the training of the pharmacy intern under my supervision truthfully to the best of my knowledge and belief and that the training I provide will in accordance to the requirements set forth in 17 DCMR §§ Chapter 65 and the practice of pharmacy as required by law."

6511.4

Before allowing any person to work as a pharmacy intern, the preceptor shall verify that the person is currently registered with the Board.

6511.5

A preceptor shall ensure that a pharmacy intern's training consists of learning experiences that are related to the practice of pharmacy, as that term is defined in the Act in community, institutional, or clinical pharmacy practice.

6511.6

A preceptor shall be responsible for the tasks performed by a pharmacy intern. A preceptor may be disciplined for any violation of the Act or this chapter in the performance of pharmacy tasks by the intern and under the preceptor's supervision.

6511.7

A preceptor shall not supervise more than one pharmacy intern at one time while the intern is on duty and performing internship tasks without prior approval by the Board. This provision shall not apply to students who are enrolled in ACPE accredited programs while performing clerkship hours toward fulfillment of graduation requirements.

6511.8

If the preceptor has evidence of, or strongly suspects, that the pharmacy intern may have violated any law or regulation regarding the practice of pharmacy, prescription drugs or controlled substances, the preceptor shall notify the Board in writing, within ten (10) days or immediately, if any danger to the public health or safety may exist.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-6511

Final Rulemaking published at 36 DCR 6243, 6251 (September 1, 1989); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 55 DCR 4330 (April 18, 2008); amended by Final Rulemaking published at 70 DCR 95 (1/6/2023)