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Current as of April 27, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) The board shall adopt guidelines by administrative rule for:
(a) the performance of administrative and clinical tasks by a medical assistant that are allowed to be delegated by a physician, physician assistant, or podiatrist, including the administration of medications; and
(b) the level of physician, physician assistant, or podiatrist supervision required for a medical assistant when performing specified administrative and clinical tasks delegated by a physician, physician assistant, or podiatrist. However, the board shall adopt a rule requiring onsite supervision of a medical assistant by a physician, physician assistant, or podiatrist for invasive procedures, administration of medication, or allergy testing.
(2) The physician, physician assistant, or podiatrist who is supervising the medical assistant is responsible for:
(a) ensuring that the medical assistant is competent to perform clinical tasks and meets the requirements of the guidelines;
(b) ensuring that the performance of the clinical tasks by the medical assistant is in accordance with the board's guidelines and good medical practice; and
(c) ensuring minimum educational requirements for the medical assistant.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 37. Professions and Occupations § 37-3-104. Medical assistants--guidelines - last updated April 27, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-37-professions-and-occupations/mt-code-ann-sect-37-3-104/
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