What is the procedure for obtaining the HBV vaccination series at the medical office?
An employee is identified as being at-risk for contracting HBV due to their employment classification according to the protocols established by the federal government. HBV vaccinations shall be made available to all employees who have an occupational exposure unless the employee has previously received the complete Hepatitis B Virus vaccination series, antibody testing has revealed that the employee is immune, or the vaccine is contraindicated for medical reasons. The vaccination series, post-exposure evaluation and follow up – when necessary – is offered at no cost to the employee. The Medical office submits the member’s name to the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department at the District office to receive notification of the availability of the HBV vaccination series. The member will receive several forms regarding the HBV vaccination series. The member may choose to sign and return the “Declination” form whereby he/she declines to receive the HBV vaccinations. If the member
