§ 18.822. Clinical residency.
(a) An orthotist resident shall practice only under the direct supervision of a licensed orthotist within the clinical residency. For purposes of this section, ‘‘direct supervision’’ means the supervisor is available for consultation throughout the patient care process and is able to visually assess the care being provided. The supervisor shall review the results of care and the documentation of the services rendered by the orthotist resident and is responsible for countersigning within 15 days the entries in the patient’s clinical record.
(b) The clinical residency shall be accredited by NCOPE.
(c) The clinical residency shall be obtained subsequent to education and be at all levels of orthotic care.
Cross References This section cited in 49 Pa. Code § 18.802 (relating to definitions); and 49 Pa. Code § 18.823 (relating to provisional orthotist license).
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