Bill > A05152

This bill amends the New York education law to expand the responsibilities of registered pharmacy technicians by allowing them to administer immunizations under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Specifically, the bill requires pharmacy technicians to obtain an immunization certificate from the department after demonstrating they have met all requirements, which include certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation or basic life support. The pharmacy technician must practice under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist who remains in the immediate area or is immediately available at the same location where the immunization is being administered. This means the supervising pharmacist must provide instructions, authorize the procedures, evaluate the work, and approve all tasks performed by the pharmacy technician. The bill removes language specifying that pharmacy technicians can only work in certain facility types, instead broadening their potential work environments while maintaining strict supervisory requirements to ensure patient safety.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5152