Since we receive federal funds for Medicare, we have to follow federal laws.  We test for THC with our new hires.  All positives are excluded from employment.

 

From: MCOH-EH <mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net> On Behalf Of Palfrey, John
Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 08:24
To: 'mcoh-eh@mylist.net' <mcoh-eh@mylist.net>
Subject: [MCOH-EH] Pre-placement Marijuana Testing

 

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List,

 

This was previously posted in April of 2018. Of those responding, most excluded candidates with THC positive screens from employment.  Am reposting to see if there has been any change:

 

With the changes in some state laws regarding recreational marijuana, I would be interested in hearing how other healthcare organizations are handling pre-placement drug screening for THC.  Are THC positive drug screens excluded from employment? Has anyone stopped testing for THC in pre-placement screening? Do you handle medical marijuana differently than recreational?

 

Thank you,

 

 

 

John C. Palfrey, PA-C

Director, Occupational Health Services

774-552-6108

jpalfrey@capecodhealth.org

 

 

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