The Philippines Department of Health has announced intentions to request pharmacists and midwives to administer COVID-19 vaccinations. A bill in the Senate is calling for training for dentists, veterinarians and medical technologists to become vaccinators. Read more
Similarly in South Carolina, a joint order of the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation expands qualified vaccinators to include individuals certified by the American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, and other certifying organizations; students of accredited medical schools; and retired/inactive/lapsed registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. Read more
In Pennsylvania, pharmacists licensed by the Department of State to order and administer COVID-19 vaccines without a physician's order when vaccines are available to the public. Read more
In Wisconsin, dentists may soon be authorized to administer the vaccine. Read more
In New Jersey, a bill has been introduced that would allow optometrists to administer vaccines. Read more
