For every job in the medical field I've ever been offered I've had to complete a medical evaluation and state whether I have any medical conditions that may affect my job performance.
A couple of years ago I disclosed that I had a previous back injury and I was required to get a doctor's note stating that I was in fit condition to work. 4 months ago I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that, although not life threatening, may 'cause me to miss a few days now and again for either symptoms or treatment.
Has anyone had to face this before? I really don't want to discuss my condition because it only affects my abilities during a relapse (of which I've only has one so far). I don't want this to be a reason that I'm not hired. Any suggestions on how to handle this?
We are self insured. I have to goto my hospital for treatment if I want coverage. I have to have my meds filled at our pharmacy unless I pay $25, and $50 co pay.
I would be very ignorant to think this is priveleged information, simply input my ss#.
I say this because anything you don't disclose is a pre-existing condition if found, can be a violation of hire and they always are looking for a way out of paying claims- so they WILL look.
I say all this, because once you're upfront and honest, you have a lesser chance of being denied hire on the medical aspect because of a "discrimination".
Personally, I'd be upfront and put the fear of an honest disclosure in their lap and not cary it yourself. Best wishes.
Zookeeper3
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We are self insured. I have to goto my hospital for treatment if I want coverage. I have to have my meds filled at our pharmacy unless I pay $25, and $50 co pay.
I would be very ignorant to think this is priveleged information, simply input my ss#.
I say this because anything you don't disclose is a pre-existing condition if found, can be a violation of hire and they always are looking for a way out of paying claims- so they WILL look.
I say all this, because once you're upfront and honest, you have a lesser chance of being denied hire on the medical aspect because of a "discrimination".
Personally, I'd be upfront and put the fear of an honest disclosure in their lap and not cary it yourself. Best wishes.