An optometrist may be licensed in Mississippi to perform authorized ophthalmic YAG laser posterior capsulotomy procedures if he/she:(a) Provides proof of holding a Mississippi license to practice therapeutic optometry and is in good standing;(b) Provides proof of satisfactory completion of a course of instruction as approved by the board. Those graduating from an accredited school or college of optometry within five (5) years after July 1, 2021, may be excluded from course completion requirement, provided that the candidate has successfully passed appropriate coursework to fulfill requirements as determined by the board. The board-approved course of instruction shall be: (i) Provided by an accredited optometry, osteopathy or medical school;(ii) A minimum of thirty-two (32) clock hours in length; and(iii) Sponsored by an organization approved by the board;(c) Satisfactorily completes a written test approved by the board on aspects pertaining to authorized ophthalmic YAG laser posterior capsulotomy procedures;(d) Passes a clinical skills assessment approved by the board;(e) Participates in eight (8) additional hours of working under a preceptor who is either an ophthalmologist or or capsulotomy procedures;(d) Passes a clinical skills assessment approved by the board;(e) Participates in eight (8) additional hours of working under a preceptor who is either an ophthalmologist or licensed credentialed optometrist. The preceptor must be licensed to perform the ophthalmic YAG laser posterior capsulotomy procedures, and the training shall occur within the state in which the preceptor is licensed to perform such procedures; and(f) Such other requirements as may be directed by the board.Added by Laws, 2021, ch. 316, HB 1302,§ 4, eff. 7/1/2021.
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