The bill amends sections 4773.01, 4773.02, 4773.03, and 4773.06 of the Revised Code to update the regulations governing general X-ray machine operators and other radiation technicians in Ohio. Key changes include the addition of definitions for "certified nurse practitioner" and "physician assistant," which align with existing definitions in other sections of the Revised Code. The bill also expands the list of professionals who can supervise general X-ray machine operators to include certified nurse practitioners and physician assistants, while removing chiropractors from the list of exempt practitioners in certain contexts.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the supervision requirements for radiologic procedures, specifying that general X-ray machine operators must be under the direct supervision of a physician, podiatrist, mechanotherapist, certified nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. It also introduces provisions for registered nurses who are certified nurse practitioners, allowing them to perform radiologic procedures without supervision when providing occupational health nursing services. The existing sections of the Revised Code that are being amended will be repealed, ensuring that the new language is fully integrated into the law.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4773.01, 4773.02, 4773.03, 4773.06