We require titers if record of recommended vaccines is not available. We strongly recommend vaccination if immunity is inadequate by record/titer. If vaccination is declined, there may be restrictions in placement
(eg varicella and oncology or obstetrics).
Douglas M Wendland, MD, MPH
St. Luke's Occupational Medicine
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Does your facility require titers for new hires? Does your facility require/strongly encourage/suggest vaccinations, Hep B, Varicella, etc for patient facing new
hires?
Thank you,
Steve Wilson RN BSN
Occupation Health Coordinator
Bay Area Hospital |1775 Thompson Road | Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: 541-269-8311 | Fax: 541-269-8469
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