Occupational Medical Services

The Vendor is required to provide occupational medical services on an annual renewable basis.
- Services include on-the-job/work related, post-accident physical exams and treatment for minor injuries/illnesses due to an on-the-job/work related accident, illness and/or injury; drug/alcohol screening/testing; and return to work (fitness for duty) exams.
- From time to time on as a needed basis, services may include pre-placement screening and/or pre-employment screenings.
- Contractor also must comply with the state security and immigration compliance act, regarding i-9 employment verification using the employee eligibility verification program.
- The preferred hours of operation, with an in-person provider available to provide medical services, are Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, but shall not be less than Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a dedicated area for occupational health services only.
- The licensed medical physician shall sign all releases verifying both medical and psychological clearance and non-clearance.
- Drug/alcohol screenings are required for each on-the-job/work related visit.
- County employee patients for any auxiliary services (e.g., MRI, orthopedic services, physical therapy, etc.) only to a physician/location listed on the county’s most current official notice panel of physicians for any workers’ compensation-related treatment.
- As requested by the evaluation by a medical professional to determine if an employee is physically and/or mentally able to perform the essential functions of his/her position, as defined in the job description as provided by the County.
- Provide thorough and complete medical records review and evaluation, including medical information from external providers and coordination of receiving those records.
- Receive and evaluate results for Return-to-Work and/or Fitness for Duty Examinations provided by other vendors and provide findings and recommendations to the County within 24 hours of completed examination.
- Perform physical examinations/tests for certain positions based on job description provided, when needed. for example: crew worker – tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: July 8, 2025