Charles,

  Yes, we require all staff to report their COVID+ test to OHS. Most Harvard teaching hospitals follow a similar approach.

 

We then direct them to follow the (attached) RTW guidance for BCH. When they meet the criteria they are allowed to return to work and notify OHS by email that they have returned.

 

Tom Winters

From: MCOH-EH <mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net> On Behalf Of Charles Hackett
Sent: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 7:21 AM
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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

 

 

 

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