South Dakota § 34-3-19 - Part-time health officer for full-time department.

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§ 34-3-19. Part-time health officer for full-time department.

In the event that the county or district board of health is unable to fill the position of health officer with a full-time physician as provided for in this chapter, it may appoint for a temporary period a part-time health officer. Such part-time health officer shall render such service as may be directed by the board but he may, in addition, maintain a private practice.

Source: SL 1953, ch 129, § 11; SDC Supp 1960, § 27.18A11.

Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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