drug test question

[pookashellz]

I've just got an offer for a new job, which is a huge relief, and I'm worried about the pre-employment drug screen. I take a stimulant med, and obviously I have a prescription, but the woman doing my paperwork at the Quest centre said she didn't need a copy of my prescription. When I asked what I need to do to prove I have a script she rolled her eyes and said "just don't worry about it".

Of course i am worried about it! I've never taken a drug test while on meds and I really need this job. How do these testing centres verify prescriptions?

[Rose_Queen, BSN, MSN, RN]

Usually the request for a prescription comes only if the test is positive.

[pookashellz]

Usually the request for a prescription comes only if the test is positive.

Which it will, so then what happens? Does the testing centre contact me, or do they just tell the employer I tested positive for amphetamines and then the employer asks for proof of prescription?

[reneern623]

Usually a MRO (medical review officer) will contact you and ask what scripts you are taking and then verify them.

[pookashellz]

thanks :-)

[Gabriel13]

I am a nurse that routinely conducts drug screens in a clinic. The tester does not need to know what prescriptions you are taking, although we frequently get that question from donors. If the test comes in positive, then you will be contacted by the MRO (medical review officer). They will simply call and ask for documentation. So keep that prescription bottle handy. It may still come back negative. If you hear nothing, then it's safe to assume you passed. If you get the calll, simply provide the documentation they ask for and you'll be fine. This is how it is in the US, Im guessing you're from UK or Canada based on the way you spell "centre" :). No worries!