RCW 18.83.121
Unprofessional conduct.
In addition to those acts defined in chapter 18.130 RCW, the board may take disciplinary action under RCW 18.130.160 for the following reasons:
(1) Failing to maintain the confidentiality of information under RCW 18.83.110;
(2) Violating the ethical code developed by the board under RCW 18.83.050;
(3) Failing to inform prospective research subjects or their authorized representatives of the possible serious effects of participation in research; and failing to undertake reasonable efforts to remove possible harmful effects of participation;
(4) Practicing in an area of psychology for which the person is clearly untrained or incompetent;
(5) Failing to exercise appropriate supervision over persons who practice under the supervision of a psychologist;
(6) Using fraud or deceit in the procurement of the psychology license, or knowingly assisting another in the procurement of such a license through fraud or deceit;
(7) Failing to maintain professional liability insurance when required by the board;
(8) Violating any state statute or administrative rule specifically governing the practice of psychology; or
(9) Gross, wilful, or continued overcharging for professional services.
[ 1987 c 150 § 52.]
NOTES:
Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 18 - Businesses and Professions
Chapter 18.83 - Psychologists.
18.83.020 - License required—Use of "psychology" or similar terms.
18.83.035 - Examining board—Composition—Terms—Chairperson.
18.83.045 - Examining board—Generally.
18.83.050 - Examining board—Powers and duties.
18.83.051 - Examining board—Compensation and travel expenses.
18.83.054 - Application of uniform disciplinary act.
18.83.060 - Application, examination—Fees.
18.83.070 - Applicants—Qualifications—Examination.
18.83.080 - Licenses—Issuance—Display.
18.83.090 - Continuing education requirements—Human trafficking information—License renewal.
18.83.105 - Certificates of qualification.
18.83.110 - Privileged communications.
18.83.115 - Duty to disclose information to client.
18.83.121 - Unprofessional conduct.
18.83.135 - Examining board—Powers and duties.
18.83.155 - Examining board—Notice of disciplinary action.
18.83.170 - License without oral examination—Reciprocity program.
18.83.210 - Certain counseling or guidance not prohibited.
18.83.220 - Supervised experience hours—Reduction for certified chemical dependency professionals.