S.F. No. 3745 Summary

• Authorizes cardiovascular technologists who graduate from accredited education programs to operate fluoroscopy equipment in Minnesota under specified conditions.

• Requires direct supervision and physical presence of a licensed practitioner for cardiovascular technologists operating fluoroscopy equipment for diagnosing or treating cardiovascular diseases or conditions.

• Permits cardiovascular technologists to perform specific operations including patient positioning, equipment positioning, technique adjustment, image intensifier and x-ray tube manipulation, collimator manipulation, and timer reset.

• Adds cardiovascular technologists as a new exemption category to limited x-ray machine operator practice restrictions under Minnesota Statutes 2016, section 144.121, subdivision 5a.

• Limits operations to those directly related to fluoroscopy procedures for cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment, excluding other imaging modalities already restricted for limited x-ray operators.