Washington · statute · Wash. Rev. Code ch. 18.30 · 18 active provisions
The state of Washington finds that to realize the state's current statutory policy of regulating health professions at the least restrictive level consistent with the public interest, a program of licensure for denturists should be established. The intent of the legislature is to help assure the public's health, provid…
Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.(1) "Board" means the Washington state board of denturists.(2) "Denture" means a removable full or partial upper or lower dental appliance to be worn in the mouth to replace missing natural teeth.(3) "Denturist"…
(1) Before making and fitting a denture, a denturist shall examine the patient's oral cavity.(a) If the examination gives the denturist reasonable cause to believe that there is an abnormality or disease process that requires medical or dental treatment, the denturist shall immediately refer the patient to a dentist or…
No person may represent himself or herself as a licensed denturist or use any title or description of services without applying for licensure, meeting the required qualifications, and being licensed as a denturist by the board, unless otherwise exempted by this chapter.
Nothing in this chapter prohibits or restricts:(1) The practice of a profession by an individual who is licensed, certified, or registered under other laws of this state and who is performing services within the authorized scope of practice;(2) The practice of denturism by an individual employed by the government of th…
(1) The Washington state board of denturists is created. The board shall consist of seven members appointed by the secretary as follows:(a) Four members of the board must be denturists licensed under this chapter, except initial appointees, who must have five years' experience in the field of denturism or a related fie…
(1) The board shall elect a chairperson of the board annually. The same person may not hold the office of chairperson for more than three years in succession.(2) A majority of the board members appointed and serving constitutes a quorum for the transaction of board business. The affirmative vote of a majority of a quor…
The board shall:(1) Determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure under this chapter;(2) Prescribe, administer, and determine the requirements for examinations under this chapter and establish a passing grade for licensure under this chapter;(3) Adopt rules under chapter 34.05 RCW to carry out the prov…
The secretary shall issue a license to practice denturism to an applicant who submits a completed application, pays the appropriate fees, and meets the following requirements:(1) A person currently licensed to practice denturism under statutory provisions of another state, territory of the United States, District of Co…
An applicant with military training or experience satisfies the training or experience requirements of this chapter unless the board determines that the military training or experience is not substantially equivalent to the standards of the state.
The board shall administer the examinations for licensing under this chapter, subject to the following requirements:(1) Examinations shall determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of the applicant to practice denturism. The test shall include a written examination and a practical demonstration of skills.(2) E…
(1) The licensing period, administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees shall be determined by the secretary as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.(2) The license shall contain, on its face, the address or addresses where the license holder will perform the denturist services.
The board shall establish by rule the requirements for renewal of licenses to practice denturism, but shall not increase the licensure requirements provided in this chapter. The secretary shall establish administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees for license periods and renewals as provided in RCW…
The Uniform Disciplinary Act, chapter 18.130 RCW, shall govern the issuance and denial of licenses, unauthorized practice, and the discipline of persons licensed under this chapter. The board shall be the disciplinary authority under this chapter.
(1) An individual may place his or her license on inactive status. The holder of an inactive license shall not practice denturism in this state without first activating the license.(2) An inactive license may be placed in an active status upon compliance with rules established by the board.(3) The provisions relating t…
Notwithstanding any other provision of state law, a licensed denturist may enter into a partnership or other business association with a dentist, provided that such association does not impede the independent professional judgment of either party.
Prior to providing the services mentioned in RCW 18.30.010(5) (c) and (d), a licensed denturist must provide documentation to the board that he or she received education and training on providing the services. The board must, by rule, specify the education and training necessary to provide the services mentioned in RCW…
This chapter may be known and cited as the Washington state denturist act.