Rule 3701-83-35 | Governing body - freestanding birthing centers.
(A) The governing body of each freestanding birthing center shall include at least one member who is a consumer and is not a health care provider.
(B) The governing body shall:
(1) Meet regularly to execute responsibilities for the operation of the center and shall maintain minutes of each meeting;
(2) Maintain records of the names and addresses of all owners, controlling parties, directors, and officers and shall establish a policy on conflict of interest disclosure;
(3) Formulate the mission, goals and long range plans for the center;
(4) Adopt bylaws and establish an organizational structure which clearly delineates lines of authority, responsibility, and accountability;
(5) Adopt policies and procedures for the orderly development, management, and operation of the center to ensure its compliance with applicable rules and regulations;
(6) Appoint the administrator and the director of patient services;
(7) Approve the qualifications for the center staff and ensure that all staff have the qualifications required by Chapter 3701-83 of the Administrative Code;
(8) Establish the quality assessment and performance improvement program required under rule 3701-83-12 of the Administrative Code;
(9) Establish policies and procedures for the handling of all legal matters relating to the operation of the center;
(10) Approve all contracts and agreements with individuals or service agencies, such as hospitals, laboratories, emergency transport, consulting specialists, teaching institutions, and organizations conducting research; and
(11) Encourage collaboration and networking with community agencies and special interest groups.
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