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Managing Accommodation Requests for Night Shift Workers: Balancing Health Needs and Operational Realities

By Dr. Larry Earl, NAOHP As occupational health professionals, we play a pivotal role in facilitating reasonable accommodations for workers with medical conditions—while also recognizing the complex demands of essential, around-the-clock operations. Nowhere is this balance more challenging than when employees in 24/7 environments, such as first responders, healthcare workers,

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Occmed Pro Pack demo

What is the BIGGEST hurdle in ensuring your providers are adequately trained in occupational medicine best practices? lack of time for training, budget constraints, or difficulty finding relevant resources? Are you CONFIDENT that your providers can determine if an injury is OSHA recordable and understand the implications for employers? How

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Telehealth in Occupational Medicine: Understanding Phone Consultations and Prolonged Services

Telehealth, through phone consultations and prolonged services, offers occupational health practitioners valuable tools for delivering timely, accessible, and comprehensive care to injured workers. By understanding billing guidelines, implementing efficient workflows, and adhering to best practices, practitioners can optimize the use of telehealth while maintaining high standards of patient care.

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Fitness For Duty Report to Employer

Fitness for Duty Return to Work Report Patient Information: Evaluation Details: Current Condition: Assessment of Fitness for Duty: Restrictions/Accommodations: Further Evaluation Required: Additional Recommendations: Follow-Up Plan: Provider Information: Disclaimer: Please feel free to reach out to our practice if you require any further clarification or information regarding the employee’s fitness

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Employer Policy and Procedure for Fitness-for-Duty Examinations

Purpose: This policy establishes a framework for Fitness-for-Duty (FFD) examinations for employees returning to work after a significant illness, injury, leave of absence, or any situation where concerns arise about their ability to perform their job duties safely and effectively. By implementing this policy, we aim to: Scope: This policy

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