Where can you get an employment physical in Conway, SC? Urgent Care & Family Medicine offers pre-employment and workplace physicals at our clinic on Singleton Ridge Road. Our providers complete the exam your employer requests, review your health history, and fill out the paperwork you bring. Walk-ins are welcome, which helps when a new job is waiting on your clearance. If your employer requires a specific type of exam or additional testing, call us first so we can confirm we can complete everything on your list.
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What Is an Employment Physical?
An employment physical, also called a pre-employment or pre-placement physical, is a medical exam that helps an employer confirm you can safely perform the duties of a job. It is common for jobs that involve lifting, standing for long periods, working outdoors, operating equipment, caring for patients, or working with children. Some employers also require periodic physicals for current staff.
An employment physical focuses on job-related health. It is not the same as a full yearly checkup, though some of the steps overlap. If you are also due for routine care, ask about an annual physical with our family medicine team.
What Happens During an Employment Physical?
Every employer is different, so the exact steps depend on the form and requirements you bring. A typical employment physical may include:
- Health history review: past illnesses, surgeries, injuries, allergies, and current medicines
- Vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight
- Vision and hearing checks: especially for jobs that depend on them
- Heart and lung exam
- Musculoskeletal exam: checking strength, flexibility, range of motion, and the back
- Lab work: if your employer requires it, such as blood tests or a urine test
- Imaging: such as a chest x-ray, if requested
- Immunization or TB screening: common for healthcare and school jobs
Our on-site lab and digital x-rays let us handle many of these extra pieces during the same visit, so you are not running to several locations.
Have an employer form that needs to be completed? Bring it in, or call 843-347-2121 to confirm what you need.
What Should You Bring to an Employment Physical?
Coming prepared helps your visit go smoothly. Bring:
- The exam form or written requirements from your employer
- A photo ID
- Your insurance card, if you plan to use it, or plan to use our self-pay option
- A list of current medicines, including doses
- Glasses, contacts, or hearing aids you normally wear
- Vaccination records, if your employer asks for proof of immunizations
- Records from any specialists about ongoing conditions, if they relate to your job duties
Wear comfortable clothing that makes it easy to check your blood pressure and move your joints. For more ideas, read what to bring to a walk-in visit.
Do You Need to Fast Before an Employment Physical?
Most employment physicals do not require fasting. However, if your employer has asked for blood work such as a cholesterol or blood sugar test, you may need to avoid eating for several hours beforehand. Check your paperwork, or call our office and we can tell you whether fasting applies to your tests.
What If You Have a Health Condition?
Having a health condition does not mean you will fail an employment physical. Many people with high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, or past injuries work safely in all kinds of jobs. The provider’s role is to document your health accurately and note whether any accommodations or follow-up might help. Be open and honest during the exam. If something like blood pressure is higher than expected, our providers can talk with you about next steps and ongoing care. Read more about high blood pressure care in Conway.
Is Your Information Kept Private?
Your health information is protected. In general, employers receive the results they need to make a job decision, such as whether you are cleared and any work limitations, rather than your full medical record. If you have questions about what will be shared, ask before your exam, and review any release forms carefully before signing.
Who Pays for an Employment Physical?
Many employers pay for pre-employment physicals, either directly or by reimbursing you. Insurance usually does not cover a physical required only for a job. We offer clear self-pay rates, so you will know the cost upfront. Call our office for current pricing and to ask about any additional tests your employer requires. You can also read about urgent care costs in Conway.
How Long Does an Employment Physical Take?
A basic employment physical often takes 20 to 30 minutes once you are in the exam room. Visits that include lab work, x-rays, or other tests can take longer. Lab results sent to an outside lab may take a few days. Arriving earlier in the day and bringing all of your paperwork can help things move faster.
What Jobs in Conway Often Require Physicals?
Employers across Horry County ask for physicals for many kinds of work, including:
- Healthcare and home care positions
- Schools, childcare centers, and youth programs
- Construction, landscaping, and other physically demanding jobs
- Manufacturing and warehouse roles
- Hospitality and food service positions with lifting duties
- Public safety and municipal jobs
If you are unsure what your role requires, ask your hiring manager or human resources department for the exact form.
Why Choose Urgent Care & Family Medicine in Conway?
Our clinic at 235 Singleton Ridge Road is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We welcome walk-ins, offer a full range of physicals, and have on-site lab testing and x-rays. That means fewer trips and a faster path to your first day on the job.
How Can You Prepare the Day Before?
A little preparation the day before can make your results more accurate and your visit faster. Get a good night’s sleep, since being exhausted can raise your blood pressure and heart rate. Avoid heavy caffeine, energy drinks, and nicotine for a few hours before your exam, because they can also push your blood pressure up. Drink water so you are well hydrated, which helps if blood needs to be drawn or a urine sample is required. Take your usual medicines unless your employer’s instructions or our team tell you otherwise. If you wear glasses or contacts, bring them, since you will be tested with the correction you use on the job.
It is also a good idea to fill out any health history pages at home, where you have time to look up dates of surgeries, injuries, and vaccinations. Rushed answers in a waiting room are more likely to leave something out.
What Happens After the Physical?
After your exam, the provider will complete the sections of the form your employer needs. In many cases, you will leave with the paperwork in hand. If lab results or x-ray readings are still pending, our team will let you know when they will be ready and how they will be shared. If the provider recommends follow-up for something found during the exam, such as elevated blood pressure or blood sugar, we can help you schedule that care with our family medicine team so it does not get lost in the excitement of starting a new job.
Can Current Employees Get Workplace Physicals Too?
Yes. Some jobs require periodic exams, return-to-work evaluations after an illness or injury, or updated screenings such as TB tests. Our providers can help with many of these. Bring any forms or instructions from your employer, and call ahead if the exam involves special requirements.
Get cleared for work without the hassle. Call our Conway clinic or request an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a pre-employment physical without an appointment?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome during open hours. If your employer requires special testing, calling 843-347-2121 ahead of time helps us confirm we can complete it.
What does an employment physical include?
It usually includes a health history review, vital signs, vision and hearing checks, and a physical exam. Some employers also request lab work, x-rays, or TB screening.
Do I need to fast for my employment physical?
Usually not. Fasting is only needed if your employer requires certain blood tests, such as cholesterol or blood sugar. Check your paperwork or call us to confirm.
Will my employer see my full medical record?
Generally, employers receive the information they need to make a job decision, such as clearance and any limitations. Ask before your exam if you have questions about what will be shared.
How much does an employment physical cost?
We offer clear self-pay pricing. Call our office for current rates, and check whether your employer will pay or reimburse you.