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FL S0362

Bill

Status

Failed

3/9/2012

Primary Sponsor

Rene Garcia

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Licensed facilities must establish policies and procedures for the employment of surgical technologists
  • "Surgical technologist" defined as a person who assists surgeons under supervision to maintain operating room safety, equipment availability, and procedure efficiency
  • Facilities may only employ surgical technologists who have completed an accredited training program and hold current certification from an organization recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies
  • Exception: Facilities may continue employing surgical technologists already working on October 1, 2012, or may use licensed practitioners subject to chapter 456 or students in the role if appropriately trained and within scope of practice
  • Effective date: October 1, 2012

Legislative Description

Surgical Technology

Last Action

Died in Messages

3/9/2012

Committee Referrals

Health And Human Services Appropriations Subcommittee2/22/2012
Budget2/20/2012
Health Regulation10/18/2011

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