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Frequently Asked Questions

We do our best to ensure you have full understanding of the services and support we provide.  Please review the most commonly asked questions below or feel free to submit a new question via our support form.

General Questions

What is pre-employment assessment?
A pre-employment assessment is a medical assessment in order to determine whether a candidate meets the medical and physical requirements for the role they are applying for. It is also to determine and identify any kind of potential work place limitations that may need addressing in the workplace before the candidate can commence.
Can you provide services onsite?

Yes EMedHx can facilitate onsite pre-employment medicals, vaccinations and or drug and alcohol screening for most employment groups.

What will happen during the pre-employment examination?

The main component of the examination will be:

  • Completion of a questionnaire about the candidates medical history,
  • The candidate will then be seen by one of the Corporate Medical Practice Assistants who may require further job-specific functional capacity testing such as
    • Height, weight, Blood Pressure and eye testing which includes colour vision, and Urinalysis
    • Other medical test as required by the employer I.e. Audiometry
    • The employee will then see a medical practitioner to complete the medical and finalise the assessment.
How long will it take for your pre-employment assessment?
These assessments takes about a minimum of 30 minutes but may vary in length depending on job-specific requirements.

Sometimes your assessment may involve going to more than one location and be delivered by our health partners.

What should the candidate bring to the appointment?

Each candidate must bring a driver’s licence or any other photo identification. If the candidate wears spectacles, contact lenses or has hearing aids, they need to also bring them to the appointment.

What should the candidate wear to the appointment?
Candidates should ensure that they wear comfortable non restrictive clothing on the day of their assessment as well as comfortable and appropriate footwear.
What are some tips to prepare for the medical?

All candidates to arrive on time for their appointment.

Bring appropriate ID, glasses and hearing aids

Ensure you put aside enough time to complete the entire assessment.

Please note :The time required will range from 30 minutes (minimum) to four hours for more extensive assessment.

Can I get a copy of my medical results?
EMedHx has a strict medical privacy policy with regards to collection and dissemination of personal medical information. Therefore, as these medicals have been booked and paid for by your perspective employer, copies of these medicals will not be provided to candidates unless approved by the employer.

About Our Services

Onsite Medical Services
EMedHx provides a well-trained onsite medical professionals team and administrative support staff that can understand your occupational health and safety requirements and experienced in delivering services in all kinds of challenging environments.
Pre-Employment Medical Assessment
Pre-employment medicals ensures that the potential employees are suitable for the role and protect them from harmful work environments.
Injury Management
A holistic approach for injured workers that ensures an optimal outcome for both the employee and employer.
Drug and Alcohol Screening Services
Implementing a drug and alcohol-screening program can add to a positive health, safe and productive workplace.
Commercial Vehicle Driver Medicals
To ensure that all commercial drivers are medically fit as per commercial driving guidelines.
Allied Health Services
A broad range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic, and direct health services to ensure a comprehensive assessment is provided to all candidates.
Vaccinations

A holistic approach to infection control and vaccinations to protect your workplace health.

Corporate Travel
To ensure the health and wellbeing of your employee is protected and managed pre and post deployment.

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