As trained occupational medicine specialists, our WellNow providers are able to perform physical examinations at any of our locations or directly at your workplace. We’ll examine and provide medical recommendations as well as supply the appropriate paperwork necessary for employees to start or return to work.
Through our physical examination services, WellNow helps your organization remain compliant with the appropriate regulatory agencies. We also help promote employee health by encouraging a safer work environment. Our programs are customized based on your needs, and we perform examinations on a schedule that minimizes downtime.
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Pre-employment
We will help determine whether applicants are medically and physically able to perform their potential job duties. Depending on the requirements of the position and the employer, our trained medical staff will create an exam that caters to the unique duties of the job. Exams may include:
Whisper tests
Visual acuity
Blood pressure check
Dipstick urinalysis
DOT physicals
A DOT (Department of Transportation) exam is a federally regulated medical examination to determine if a person meets the federal standard to drive a commercial motor vehicle. The exam includes:
Vision tests (including distance, color and horizontal field of vision)
Hearing
Dipstick urinalysis
Past medical history analysis
Physical examination
Some medical conditions that may disqualify or delay a candidate from receiving a medical certificate include:
Hypertension
Diabetes
Sleep apnea
Cardiac conditions
Certain medications
Neurological conditions
Our NRCME-certified providers help ensure all regulations are met and drivers are medically qualified to drive safely and responsibly. For more information, visit http://www.dot.gov.
Bus driver
This exam is a state-regulated physical designed specifically for bus drivers. Like the DOT exam, this physical includes:
Vision tests (including distance, color and horizontal field of vision)
Hearing
Dipstick urinalysis
Past medical history
Physical examination
Asbestos
Employees who are exposed to asbestos may need to have a medical surveillance exam in accordance with OSHA 1910.1001. Employees who require asbestos testing include those who:
Mine asbestos
Work with minerals contaminated with asbestos
Maintain or repair asbestos-containing buildings
Have direct contact with asbestos-containing waste or dust emissions
Our asbestos-clearing program includes:
A full medical history overview and comprehensive medical examination
Review of all OSHA-requited medical questionnaires
Chest X-rays with B Reader, Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) and blood work (when indicated)
Any additional tests deemed necessary
The program can provide early detection of asbestos-related illnesses, helping ensure that employees are able to perform their job duties safely.
Silica
According to OSHA guidelines, employees who are exposed to crystalline silica particles are at risk of diseases such as:
Silicosis (an incurable lung disease)
Lung cancer
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Kidney disease
Our providers will work with you to ensure your employees are safe from the harmful effects of silica exposure by providing:
Physical exams
Chest X-rays with B-reading
Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
Respirator Fit Testing
TB testing
Hazardous Material (HazMat)
During a HazMat exam, our providers will evaluate employees for any health effects due to hazardous-material exposure. This exam includes:
Physical examination
Review of medical and work history
Blood work
Dipstick urinalysis
Audiometric screening
Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
Chest X-rays
EKG
Fit for duty
A Fit for Duty examination helps create and maintain a safe, efficient workplace. It is performed when:
An employer has specific concerns about an employee’s physical or mental ability to perform the essential duties of a job with or without accommodations
There is an increase in accidents or injuries
Employee productivity or job performance decreases
Health problems are observed on the job
With the collaboration of the employee’s physician, we will conduct a physical examination tailored to fit the requirements of the job.
Return to work
A Return to Work evaluation is performed to ensure that an employee is able to safely return to work and to perform his or her job duties following an injury or illness.
We will:
Collaborate with employers to develop plans for modified duty or additional support, as needed
Evaluate the employee within the context of the specific job duties
An employee should be released to return to work by his or her attending physician before conducting a Return to Work exam.
Annual
We offer annual physicals to help employers determine if their employees can continue to perform their duties safely and effectively.
Our providers review:
Past medical history
Current medications
An annual examination may include:
Height and weight checks
Whisper tests
Visual acuity
Blood pressure check
Dipstick urinalysis
EKG
Audiometric screening
X-ray
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
Blood work
Physical fitness test
Firefighter
WellNow performs all firefighter exams according to OSHA and NFPA standards, if required. The fully compliant NFPA 1582 process includes multiple tests to assess the firefighter’s physical condition and ability to perform on the job. As this rigorous testing involves two clinic visits, WellNow Urgent Care can work with fire departments to create a convenient schedule with minimal impact on the department. Firefighters should expect the following tests:
Vital signs will be taken, including height, weight, blood pressure and pulse
Complete physical exam
Vision exam
Audiogram
Chest X-ray
Electrocardiogram
Pulmonary function exam
Blood Tests – CMP, CBC, Lipid panel
Urinalysis by Dipstick
Other testing requested by the fire department
Following each exam, you will receive a qualified statement to indicate if the firefighter is medically qualified to perform his or her duties.
Police
Police officers need to maintain exceptional physical health in order to perform their job duties safely and effectively.
Our providers offer regular physical examinations, pre-employment physicals, and other services for officers in accordance with local and state regulations.