We have a very similar process, monitored by RNs who escalate up to providers as needed

From: MCOH-EH <mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net> On Behalf Of Behrman, Amy
Sent: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 6:16 PM
To: MCOH/EH <mcoh-eh@mylist.net>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: [MCOH-EH] [External] Covid

Good evening - happy to share our current approach in brief:  

We use an opt-in self-report system for HCP to report COVID-19 symptoms, exposures, and positive tests (from outside labs or from home tests).  The reports are actively monitored by a small team of CRNPs. Although much of the communication (on isolation, testing, and RTW) is automated, there is a clinician available to answer questions and address unusual situations in real time.   PCR testing is free and easily accessible for employees through a self-scheduling link or with CRNP assistance. We continue to track employee absences due to COVID-19 and to trace contacts when possible.  

Amy

Amy J Behrman, MD, FACP, FACOEM

Division Chief, Occupational Medicine

Professor, Perelman School of Medicine

University of Pennsylvania 

3400 Spruce St

Philadelphia, PA  19104

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From: MCOH-EH <mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net> on behalf of Charles Hackett <dickenshackett@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 7:21 AM
To: MCOH/EH <mcoh-eh@mylist.net>
Subject: [External] [MCOH-EH] Covid

Good morning.

What is your process for employees that are sick with Covid?

We have been following the CDC guidance but using a 5 day, 24 hour symptom free etc. The one for critical staffing even though that has passed.

We are receiving a great deal of push back because of an uptick in our employees testing positive with Covid and perceived staffing angst

Do you require them to call employee health?

If so, what guidance are you following for return to work?

If they are not required how are you managing RTW?

Are you using a self report system without needing a human being to review?

Are you now treating this as any respiratory infection?

As always

Thank you

Charlie

Charles D Hackett, MD, MPH

Medical Director, Employee and Occupational Health, Lifespan

Chief Community and Family Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital

Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Brown University