NY A08620

Establishes certification requirements for central service technicians in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers, requiring either IAHCSMM or CBSPD credentials or acceptance by the Commissioner

Grandfathers in persons employed as central service technicians on or within two years prior to the effective date, with employers required to provide written confirmation of employment status

Requires uncertified technicians to obtain recognized credentials within twelve months of the effective date of the law

Mandates ten hours of annual continuing education for all qualified central service technicians, with exemptions available for medical conditions or active military duty

Prohibits unlicensed individuals from performing tasks limited to licensed healthcare professionals, while allowing licensed professionals to perform central service technician duties within their scope of practice