Blue collar, white collar,
cubicle, medical office, manual labor, service work, financial markets,
freelance traveling. No matter what field, industry, market etc. we’re in, most
of us need a profession to sustain our lifestyles. For a fair number of us out
in the field, at one time or another, we may be asked to take a pre employment
physical examination.
Also called post offer physical exams, these tests are
conducted to ensure the well-being of the potential employee and also to
confirm that the applicant’s physical abilities match the job. These
assessments are confidential, and have proven be effective in preventing
accidents, lowering costs, and harmonizing employees with the right occupation.
Physical examinations start with medical
history (of both the hired hand and his/her family), and follow up with a
musculoskeletal test, respiratory evaluation, gastrointestinal examination, a
look at the head, eyes, nose, ears, and throat, skin and immunity assessment,
neurological exam, and a cardiovascular probe. Oh and just to warn you there
may also be a drug test as well. Using a urine sample, you may be check for
anything from Marijuana to Cocaine to Opiates to alcohol
depending on the employer. After that, you’re done!
While these may seem like a lot, not all of them may be
tested, based on position you hold in the company. If you’re working at heights
(on a ladder for instance) or doing heavy lifting though, these tests will help
assess whether you’ll be alright working there. Essentially it helps both the
company to see if you’re the right employee and you so that you won’t get into
an accident at work.
No worries, it’ll take just a bit of time out of your
day. If your company is asking for a pre employment physical examinationin NYC, stop by our office or schedule an appointment on our website, NYC Walk in Clinic.
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