If a dental assistant is not licensed, he or she may NOT perform any duties within the scope of practice of any licensed individual. For information regarding scope of practice see question 10.f a dental assistant is not licensed, he or she may NOT perform any duties within the scope of practice of any licensed individual. For information regarding scope of practice see question 10.
A CPOTâ¢ is a person who has attained national recognition via certification by demonstrating the ability to understand, apply, and interrelate the concepts used in optometric care. 1  View the 2015 CPOTTM Candidate Handbook (Written). 2  View the 2015 CPOTTMCandidate Handbook (Clinical).
Veterinary technicians conduct clinical procedures under the supervision of a veterinarian. Veterinary technologists and technicians perform medical tests under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian to assist in diagnosing the injuries and illnesses of animals. Duties Veterinary technologists and technicians typically do the following: 1  Observe the behavior and condition of animals. 2  Provide nursing care or emergency first aid to recovering or injured animals. 3  Bathe animals, clip nails or claws, and brush or cut animalsâ hair. 4  Restrain animals during exams or procedures.