Vermont § 2857 - Supervision and scope of practice
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 2857 — Supervision and scope of practice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2857. Supervision and scope of practice
- (a)(1) The number of radiologist assistants permitted to practice under the direction and
supervision of a radiologist shall be determined by the Board after review of the
system of care delivery in which the supervising radiologist and radiologist assistants
propose to practice. Scope of practice and levels of supervision shall be consistent
with guidelines adopted by the American College of Radiology, the American Society
of Radiologic Technologists, and the ARRT. (2) The authority of a radiologist assistant to practice shall terminate immediately upon
termination of the radiologist assistant’s employment, and the primary supervising
radiologist shall immediately notify the Board and the Commissioner of the Department
of Health of the termination. The radiologist assistant’s authority to practice shall
not resume until the radiologist assistant provides proof of other employment and
a protocol as required under this chapter. (3) The primary supervising radiologist and radiologist assistant shall be employed by
and have as their primary work site the same health care facility or an affiliate
of the facility, provided that: (A) the radiologist assistant’s primary work site shall be located in Vermont; and (B) the primary supervising radiologist does not need to be physically present at the
same location where the radiologist assistant is practicing as long as a supervising
radiologist is readily available for consultation and intervention. (4) If a supervising radiologist is not physically present at the location at which a
radiologist assistant is practicing, the radiologist assistant shall provide services
only when a physician licensed pursuant to chapter 23 or 33 of this title, who need
not be a radiologist, is physically present at the location and would be responsible
for providing intervention or assistance in the event of a medical emergency. (b)(1) Subject to the limitations set forth in subsection
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 2857
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 2857 cover?
Section 2857 ("Supervision and scope of practice") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 2857?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 2857" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 2857 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Vermont.