Georgia § 43-34-44 - Role of medical assistants clarified.
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§ 43-34-44. Role of medical assistants clarified.
Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit the performance by medical assistants of medical tasks, including subcutaneous and intramuscular injections; obtaining vital signs; administering nebulizer treatments; or other tasks approved by the board pursuant to rule, if under the supervision by a physician in his or her office; provided, however, that this shall not require on-site supervision at all times, or the performance by medical assistants of medical tasks ordered by a physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse delegated the authority to issue such an order in accordance with law and pursuant to rules of the board. (Code 1981, § 43-34-44 , enacted by Ga. L. 2009, p. 859, § 1/HB 509.) Editor's notes. - Ga. L. 2009, p. 859, § 1/HB 509, effective July 1, 2009, redesignated former Code Section 43-34-44 as present Code Section 43-34-40.
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