18 Va. Admin. Code § 30-21-170

Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 6, November 4, 2024

Section 18VAC30-21-170 - Criteria for delegation to an agency subordinate

A. Decision to delegate. In accordance with subdivision 10 of § 54.1-2400 of the Code of Virginia, the board may delegate an informal fact-finding proceeding to an agency subordinate.

B. Criteria for delegation. Cases that may not be delegated to an agency subordinate are those that involve:

1. Intentional or negligent conduct that causes or is likely to cause injury to a patient;

2. Mandatory suspension resulting from action by another jurisdiction or a felony conviction;

3. Impairment with an inability to practice with skill and safety;

4. Sexual misconduct; and

5. Unauthorized practice.

C. Criteria for an agency subordinate.

1. An agency subordinate authorized by the board to conduct an informal fact-finding proceeding may include board members and professional staff or other persons deemed knowledgeable by virtue of training and experience in administrative proceedings involving the regulation and discipline of health professionals.

2. The executive director shall maintain a list of appropriately qualified persons to whom an informal fact-finding proceeding may be delegated.

3. The board may delegate to the executive director the selection of the agency subordinate who is deemed appropriately qualified to conduct a proceeding based on the qualifications of the subordinate and the type of case being heard.

18 Va. Admin. Code § 30-21-170

Derived From Virginia Register Volume 32, Issue 23, eff. 8/10/2016; Amended, Virginia Register Volume 41, Issue 01, eff. 10/10/2024.

Statutory Authority: § 54.1-2400 of the Code of Virginia.