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MS SB2123

Bill

Status

Passed

4/20/2015

Primary Sponsor

Terry Burton

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Mississippi's medical radiation technologist registration statutes from July 1, 2015 to July 1, 2018.

  • Revises the definition of "nuclear medicine technologist" to allow certified nuclear medicine technologists to perform diagnostic CT scans on hybrid equipment, provided they obtain CT certification within six months of beginning training.

  • Permits certified nuclear medicine technologists to administer medications and procedures incidental to nuclear medicine exams and CT exams.

  • Allows certified nuclear medicine technologists to conduct on-the-job CT training under supervision by a certified technologist while working toward CT certification.

  • Maintains existing requirements for registration fees (up to $50 biennially), continuing education (24 hours per two-year period), and regulatory authority of the Mississippi State Department of Health.

Legislative Description

Medical Radiation Technologist Registration Law; extend repealers.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/20/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Human Services2/26/2015
Public Health and Welfare1/9/2015

Full Bill Text

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