Bill > A09251

This bill amends the education law to authorize registered pharmacy technicians to administer the same immunizations as licensed pharmacists, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The bill also clarifies the definition of "direct supervision," specifying that the supervising pharmacist must be "immediately available" rather than remaining in the immediate area. The overall purpose of the bill is to expand the scope of practice for registered pharmacy technicians to include administering immunizations, in addition to their existing duties in compounding, preparing, labeling, and dispensing drugs.