Resident and Fellow Policy Manual

Appendix 1 - Health Status Verification Requirements:

The New York State Health Code (405.3) requires hospitals to verify the health status of all hospital personnel who have contact with patients on an annual basis.  Information can be found on the on the GME web site, information for trainees, new hire checklist, mandatory health requirements and then clicking on the link to the forms on the University Health Service web site.

• Summary of Requirements for Informing Residents and Fellows
• Drug Testing Questions and answers
• Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire
• Respirator Fit-Testing and Training
• Preplacement Health Assessment

For returning residents, there is an annual health status reassessment (update) which includes a review of health history and immunizations, and placement and reading of PPD. OSHA also requires that the Hepatitis B series be offered to all hospital employees.  These vaccinations will be given free of charge; those who decline must so document in writing.

SUSPENSION FOR RESIDENTS WHO ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE:

• New residents who have not complied with the New York State requirements within 60 days after their start date will be suspended until the requirements have been fulfilled.  
• Appointment to Strong Memorial Hospital is contingent upon successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening.  This screen must be scheduled at least 7 working days before work starts.
• Returning residents required to comply with the annual update will have until December 31st of the calendar year to be in compliance or will be suspended until the requirements have been fulfilled. 

Reviewed by UHS/OH 1/21/99; Approved by GMEC 2/1/99; Updated by GMEC on 3/1/99; UHS update 3/11/05