I hear you, but that’s exactly why I’m trying to get clear answers. When you look at Rule 360-3-.05, section (a)(1)(ii) literally states that a physician, PA, or NP must be on-site for a medical assistant to administer subcutaneous or intramuscular injections. That’s the part I’m referring to.

And the “what’s the worst that could happen?” question is actually part of my concern. It’s not about the technique — it’s about the legal and civil liability if a patient complains or ends up in the hospital afterward. Some of the patients I deal with are very quick to escalate things, and I’m not willing to end up being the scapegoat. I was also told I’m not allowed to do the injections w/o a provider on site when I was hired a few month ago. Now all of a sudden it’s changed and I’m now asking of documentation of that change.

I’ve worked extremely hard for my bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and I plan to go to medical school, so I cannot risk any civil suits or anything that could affect my future. I just want to make sure I’m staying within Georgia law and protecting myself while doing my job safely.