The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the scope of practice for medical assistants in Arizona. Specifically, it would allow medical assistants to place and remove urinary catheters under the general supervision of a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, certified nurse midwife, or physician assistant, following appropriate training. This change is reflected in the new language that would be inserted into section 32-1456, which defines the roles and responsibilities of medical assistants.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "general supervision," indicating that it involves overall direction and control by a supervising practitioner without the requirement for their physical presence during the procedure. The bill also makes conforming changes to existing language, including the reclassification of certain subsections and the removal of outdated provisions. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the capabilities of medical assistants while ensuring they operate under appropriate supervision.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1456
House Engrossed Version: 32-1456
Chaptered Version: 32-1456