We require that staff who are experiencing any COVID like symptoms be tested. We have a COVIDhotine that the employees can call for direction and screening. For initial testing PCR is the preferred test however… a home antigen test can be done… an initial negative antigen test must be confirmed with a PCR. A positive antigen is considered a positive test. All antigen tests are sent to the hotline as a photo for documentation and tracking. We also test all + PCR on day 5 with an antigen at home test if that is negative and sx are improving the employee may return, if positive they must remain out the full 10 days, and require clearance from OHS to return.

Strict algorithms and consistent tracking will help keep your employees safe. This also follows OSHA requirements.

From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Pamela Caudill
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Subject: [MCOH-EH] COVID testing of employees

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Hi all,

What is your practice for getting staff tested if they complain of COVID-like symptoms? Do you require a lab test or does a home test work? Do you require proof of the positive test to be submitted to employee health? Any input is welcome. Thank you!

Sincerely,

Pam Caudill, BSN RN

Employee Health Services

Flagler Health+

Main Office: (904) 819-8258

Direct: (904) 819-7298

Fax: (833) 642-0717

pamela.caudill@flaglerhealth.org

employeehealth@flaglerhealth.org

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