Pre-Employment Physicals Clinic in Illinois

We understand the importance of a comprehensive pre-employment physical exam in ensuring the health and safety of your workforce. Our team of experienced medical professionals is dedicated to providing thorough and reliable health assessments to help employers make informed hiring decisions.

Our pre-employment physical exam includes a detailed medical history review, a complete physical examination, and a range of laboratory tests. The medical history review helps us identify any potential health risks that could affect an individual’s ability to perform their job. On the other hand, the physical examination allows us to assess the overall health status of the potential employee.

We also understand that each job and industry has unique requirements and risks. Whether the job involves heavy lifting, high stress, or other demanding conditions, we can tailor our pre-employment physical examinations to meet these specific needs. We are experienced in conducting pre-employment physical exams for various industries.

We strive to provide a comprehensive report that not only determines an individual’s physical and mental fitness for a job but also identifies any potential health risks or limitations. We aim to help employers promote a healthy and productive workforce by identifying and managing health issues early on.

Additionally, we strictly abide by all relevant rules and regulations, ensuring that all our procedures respect privacy and avoid discrimination. With Cermak and NewMed Immediate Care, you can be confident in receiving a professional, comprehensive, and legally compliant pre-employment physical exam service.

Before the Pre-Employment Physical:

● Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle: We recommend that you get sufficient sleep, regular exercise, and maintain a balanced diet leading up to your physical. Limit alcohol and avoid illicit substances, especially if a drug and alcohol test is part of the examination.

● Compile Your Medical Information: We will require your medical history, including current or past prescriptions and details of any chronic conditions. If you’ve had any recent surgeries or medical procedures, we’ll need information on that too.

● Prepare for Fasting: Our healthcare providers may instruct you to fast for 12 hours before the physical. Please adhere to these instructions.

● Hydrate and Dress Suitably: Drink plenty of water and wear loose, comfortable clothing for the exam. Avoid wearing accessories that may interfere with the examination.

● Prepare Your Queries: If you have any questions about the job and the physical, have them ready.

During the Physical:

● Identification: Present a valid identification, such as a photo ID or driver’s license.

● Physical Examination: A healthcare provider will conduct a thorough checkup of your heart, lungs, abdomen, ears, nose, throat, and eyes. Bring your eyeglasses, contacts, or hearing aids for vision and hearing tests.

● Tests: You may have to provide a urine sample for analysis. In certain circumstances, a blood test is required to check for particular medical conditions or drug use.

After the Physical:

● Result Review: A healthcare provider will discuss the results of the pre-employment physical with you, providing any necessary recommendations or instructions.

● Medical Clearance: If you’re cleared for the job, we’ll provide a medical clearance certificate for you to submit to your employer.

● Follow-Up Care: If any health issues are identified during the physical, we’ll guide you on the necessary follow-up care.

Pre-employment physicals are an integral service offered at Cermak and NewMed Immediate Care, a crucial part of the hiring process for many jobs, especially those requiring physical abilities or specific health requirements. The duration of these examinations at our facilities can range from 30 minutes to 2 hours or more, depending on several factors.

For positions with minimal physical demands, such as office work, we provide a basic physical exam that takes approximately 30 minutes to an hour. These assessments usually include an evaluation of the medical history, measurement of vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, pulse, respiration, reflex tests, and a general physical assessment.

In contrast, for more physically demanding jobs or those requiring specialized medical clearance, a more comprehensive evaluation may be necessary. These could take up to an hour or even two, including additional tests such as vision and hearing exams, cardiovascular tests, musculoskeletal evaluation, lung function tests, and drug and alcohol screenings.

If a patient has a complex health history, additional tests may be needed, extending the duration of the physical. It’s also crucial to note that any necessary follow-up appointments or further testing at our facilities will add to the overall time it takes to complete the pre-employment physical process. Therefore, we recommend that you arrive on time for your appointment, be prepared to spend the necessary time for a thorough evaluation and allocate ample time for this important step in the employment process.

Generally speaking, most health insurance plans, particularly those provided by employers, do not cover pre-employment physicals since these exams are often considered elective or non-essential services. However, some individual health insurance plans may offer coverage for preventive services, including physicals.

Even among the plans that do cover physicals, some may specifically exclude coverage for pre-employment physicals. Certain states also have laws in place that require employers to cover pre-employment physicals under certain circumstances, such as for safety-sensitive positions.

The cost of a pre-employment physical can vary significantly depending on the provider and the tests included in the exam. Typically, the candidate is responsible for covering the cost of a pre-employment physical, even if their health insurance plan does not cover it.

We encourage you to check with your insurance provider and potential employer to understand who will be responsible for the costs and to get the most accurate information about coverage before scheduling a pre-employment physical with us.

Pre-employment physicals are available at Cermak and NewMed Immediate Care. For more information, please contact us or request an appointment online. We have convenient locations to serve you in Cicero IL, Chicago IL, Hoffman Estates IL, and Rolling Meadows IL. We serve patients from Cicero IL, Austin, Berwyn Chicago IL, Chicago IL, River North Chicago IL, Englewood Chicago IL, Hoffman Estates IL, Bloomingdale IL, Hanover Park IL, Rolling Meadows IL, Williamsburg Rolling Meadows IL, Mt Prospect IL, and surrounding areas.