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A report of satisfactory physical examination, including a drug screening test and approval from the JFK Health
System Occupational Health Office, is required prior to a student’s first clinical course and/or moving into the
Schools’ residence. The physical examination may be done by a personal physician, but the drug screening test
must be done by the JFK Health System Occupational Health Office. The health record will be retained in
confidentiality by the Health Office. It is not seen by any administrative, faculty or support staff persons in
the Schools.
The JFK Health System Occupational Health Office is located at JFK Medical Center. A health service fee is
charged each semester. The following is provided through the Occupational Health office:
- Assessment of health problems by the Health Nurse; advice and referral as necessary.
- Follow-up of exposures and other problems relating to infection control.
- Annual tuberculin tests on all previously negative reactors or a questionnaire which must be completed if
previous PPD test is positive.
- Clearance prior to patient care.
- Clearance to return to School and/or clinical laboratory after absences of five or more consecutive days.
A note from a licensed healthcare provider may be required.
- Evaluation and referral for treatment of school related injuries and illness.
- Maintenance of student health records.
- Clearance for pregnancy – a licensed healthcare provider’s prescription, stating whether or not the student
has restrictions due to the pregnancy, is required.
Each student is responsible for payment of any medical expense which is not covered by his/her own insurance plan.
All full-time students and dorm residents are required, by State Law, to show evidence of health insurance. If
a full-time or resident student does not provide evidence of health insurance, before the beginning of each
semester, the student will be billed for health insurance, which is provided through UNION County College.
Students registered for 6 – 11 credit hours may request health insurance coverage. A written request should be
made through the Student Billing office. A fee will be added to the semester invoice.
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