Amethyst Health Center for Women

Clinic is Closed

• No administrator onsite
• A non-licensed staff member was preparing injectables and assisting on abortions with the physician
• Facility failed to implement a complaint process and designate staff for complaint resolution.
• There was no verification of credentials/certification for 5 of 7 employees who were supposed to be licensed
• This facility failed to comply with state regulation regarding handling and distribution of controlled substances
• All seven employee records had no TB screening or Hep B screening/vaccination. This shows a lack of regard for the health and wellness of the employees as well as the patients entering the facility
• No signed contract from the physician performing abortions
• No documentation of the doctors education or training which qualified him to perform abortions.
• Physician did not remain on the premises until all patients were stable and discharged
• No informed consent obtained for a minor having an abortion
• Staff failed to give patients a complaint form in case they have a complaint or a 24 hour emergency number if there is a complication. This is in violation of state regulation
• Failed to implement an infection control policy
• Chairs and recliners in the recovery room were not cleaned and had rips in the vinyl
• Staff violated the policy by not documenting patients condition and verifying that instructions were given for signs of infection in 70% of charts reviewed
• No proper documentation of handling and inventory of controlled substances. Staff excuse was “there is not enough time”