Work Injury and Illness Treatment and
Management
WORKNET Occupational Medicine offers comprehensive treatment of employees who
have sustained a work-related injury and illnesses. Our providers
understand the impact of indemnity and medical costs, plus other incentives
impacting the worker’ compensation system. Early aggressive treatment,
emphasis on return-to-work, and continued case management are all areas of
focus. In addition, we are aware of the impact certain medical activities
have on an employer’s OSHA records.
WORKNET is equipped to handle all non-life threatening or non-limb threatening
injuries or illnesses, including but not limited to:
- Crush injuries
- Burns
- Lacerations
- Sprains/strains
- Eye injuries
- Chemical exposures
Along with excellent medical treatment and management, communication and
customer service is extremely important to WORKNET’s philosophy of work
injury treatment and management. Our exceptional clinicians will become
familiar with each employer’s unique circumstances, often visiting places
of employment to learn about the unique features of each business.
Communication is emphasized with all patients and client companies.
Services Include:
- Evaluation and treatment of work-related injuries
- Work Status Summaries provided to employer after each patient visit
- In-house x-ray services
- In-house pharmacy
- In-house rehabilitation
- FREE transportation service available for your employee to and from the
work-site
- Post-accident Drug and Alcohol testing
- At the WORKNET clinics in Mechanicsburg, PA and Stratford, NJ, the Clinic Medical Directors - Drs. David Frank and Brahman Levy respectively, have been trained in, and are licensed to provide Medical Acupuncture. Dr. Levy is also Board Certified in that field of practice.
*some services vary by location
The WORKNET clinic in Toms River, New Jersey now accepts patients seeking non-work related primary medical care. Additionally, the following insurance plans are accepted; Horizon, QualCare, and Integrity.
Transportation Services
WORKNET Occupational Medicine understands the impact of productivity and what an
injury can do to that productivity. WORKNET can help alleviate your loss
in productivity by transporting injured workers to and from WORKNET. Just
call the center you wish to use and they will give you an estimated time of
pick-up.
*service varies by location
Physicals
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| Post-Offer / Employment Physicals |
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As an employer, when you hire a new employee, you put a significant amount of
stock in faith that the person will just “work out.” In order to best minimize
risk, many employers have turned to WORKNET Occupational Medicine to perform
post-offer medical testing on their new employees. Our providers will do all
the necessary testing in order to determine if your candidate is the right fit
for the essential functions of the job you are asking them to do. All the body
systems are evaluated with a special focus on the musculoskeletal system and
previous medical history. In all cases, a baseline will be documented and in
some cases, medical conditions are discovered that may preclude the candidate
from employment. Communication back to the employer will occur after the
candidate has completed all components of testing.
Physical Ability Testing (lift testing)
Physical Ability Testing may be indicated in conjunction with the medical
post-offer test. Physical ability testing is an objective measure designed to
determine if your potential candidate is capable of performing the essential
functions of the job. A trained professional will visit your site, evaluate the
job(s), determine the essential functions, and develop a specific Physical
Ability Test. At the time of testing, each candidate is also trained and
evaluated on proper body mechanics.
| Department of Transportation (DOT) Physicals |
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Federal regulations require drivers of certain vehicles to have a
Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination. Additionally, some
states have regulations which require similar medical examinations. WORKNET can
consult with you about what physical is needed, and when. Our WORKNET providers
are highly trained and educated in the ever-changing rules and regulations
governing the DOT physicals, and can medically assess your employees' ability
to drive or operate equipment based upon these regulations. (We also perform DOT mandated drug testing.)
| School Bus Driver Physicals |
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Some states require intrastate school bus drivers to undergo
medical assessments. WORKNET physicians are very knowledgeable about School Bus
Driver Physical Examinations. The purpose of the examination is to determine
the physical and mental fitness of a person to operate a school bus safely. In
addition to the physical, a Tuberculosis test may be required to ensure the
driver is free and clear of this communicable disease.
| Return to Work |
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After experiencing an injury or illness, the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) permits employers to require return-to-work evaluations
to determine if the employee is safe to return to their pre-injury position. By
scheduling at any one of our clinics, you can feel confident that your employee
will be fully evaluated and is safe to resume their pre-injury job.
| Fit-for-Duty |
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Sometimes questions arise regarding an employee’s continued
ability to perform their job safely. In contrast to return-to-work evaluations,
a fitness-for-duty examination evaluates the ability of an at-work employee to
safely perform their essential job functions on a continued basis. Working
within the scope of the Americans with Disabilities Act it may be determined
perhaps another job can be better aligned with the current capabilities of the
employee.
| OSHA Mandated Medical Exams |
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WORKNET Occupational Medicine is fully capable of tailoring a
testing protocol for your employees based upon the OSHA standards with regard
to your specific workplace exposures. Some of the OSHA standards that mandate
medical exams include: respirator, hearing, lead, asbestos, blood-borne
pathogen and hazardous waste & emergency response. Medical testing required by
the standards can be done at our network of locations.
Drug and Alcohol Services
WORKNET Occupational Medicine offers a comprehensive Drug and Alcohol program
with the capability of working with any employer, in any region. Our
staff is experienced in designing testing programs, specimen collection, and
providing assistance with daily questions and problems. We meet or exceed
all drug testing requirements established by U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services and the Department of Transportation (DOT). We use
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)-certified
laboratories, ensuring the highest testing standard offered. We employ
our own Medical Review Officer and follow all regulations when reporting
results.
Drug and Alcohol Policy Development
A written drug and alcohol policy explains an organization’s position on
drug and alcohol testing and abuse, and highlights the consequences if the
policy is violated. A policy and its enforcement are essential to the
success of a drug and alcohol program. WORKNET can work with you to
design a policy to match your organizations needs and wants.
Implementation of your Drug and Alcohol Program can also be coordinated through
our organization via educational programs for your employees.
Drug and Alcohol Education
WORKNET can tailor drug and alcohol educational programs for your
organization. Whether it is to implement a drug and alcohol policy or to
satisfy Federal DOT regulation on Reasonable Suspicion Training, WORKNET can
help. Our training programs are comprehensive, cost-effective and easy to
understand.
Random Selection
WORKNET Occupational medicine can perform your random drug and alcohol selection
and testing as required by the DOT or your company policy. Our client
companies can be confident in the federal compliance of both our DOT and
non-DOT programs. You can be assured of the integrity and effectiveness of our
program. All results are handled confidentially with the Designated
Employer Representative (DER).
Vaccinations
WORKNET Occupational Medicine can offer a variety of immunizations to your
employees. Some vaccinations such as Hepatitis B must be offered to
certain employees as per OSHA regulations. Other vaccinations may be
indicated due to your employees’ unique workplace exposures like Tetanus
of Rabies. Many vaccinations are preventative in nature and can be
offered for the wellness of your workforce. All of our WORKNET offices
offer seasonal influenza vaccinations as well.
Travel Medicine
Some of our locations can offer vaccinations when you are planning an excursion
to a different part of the country or the world. Our staff and physicians
are educated on the requirements of immunization for destinations all over the
world and how you should protect yourself and your family. Educational
material will help prepare you for your trip, and your travel medicine doctor
will determine your needs at your consult. Please be advised, some
vaccinations must be given up to 30 days prior to departure; thus, please
schedule accordingly.
Wellness Programs
The impact of decreased productivity due to unhealthy lifestyles, as well as
sky-rocketing healthcare costs have forced employers to take a preventative
approach to the wellness of their employees. WORKNET Occupational
Medicine offers a menu of services and screenings which can assist in
evaluating the health of your workforce. From Health Risk Assessments
(HRAs) to a variety of biometric screenings and education, WORKNET can partner
with employers to develop a strategic program to get your employees on the road
to wellness and higher productivity.
Employee Health Services
WORKNET Occupational Medicine provides, oversees, and manages the Employee
Health Services department of several hospitals. The services provided include,
but are not limited to:
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Immunization Program Coordination (Hepatitis B, PPD, MMR, T-dap, Varicella, Influenza, etc.) |
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Pre-Employment, Return to Work, and Fitness for Duty Physical Exams, etc. |
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Respirator Compliance (N-95 mask) Program |
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Substance Abuse Testing |
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Committee Participation |
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FMLA |
These services are available onsite or at one of our local clinics to not only
hospitals, but to other company clients as well.
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