Pre-Employment Physicals: A Smart First Step for Employers

Clear Health Baseline

If you are a Vermont employer wondering how to reduce workplace injuries, stay OSHA-compliant, and set new hires up for long-term success, this article is for you. A structured pre-employment health program does all three. At Champlain Medical, we offer pre-employment physicals, drug screening, and a full suite of occupational medicine services designed to make onboarding medically sound and efficient. Whether you manage a construction crew, a healthcare team, or an office staff, starting the employment relationship with a clear health baseline is one of the best investments you can make.

Pre-Employment Physicals

Hiring a new employee is exciting. It is also a moment of real exposure for your organization. Pre-employment physicals give you a verified snapshot of a candidate's physical fitness for the job before they step onto your worksite or into your facility. Our occupational medicine team evaluates each individual against the specific demands of their role, whether that means assessing lifting capacity for a warehouse position or conducting a federally required DOT physical for commercial drivers. We also provide OSHA respirator screenings, breath alcohol testing, and urine drug screening, all coordinated through a single, easy-to-use employer portal that keeps records organized and accessible.

Annual Exams

Beyond the initial hire, a proactive occupational health program keeps your workforce healthy and your business protected all year long. Audiometric testing, vision screenings, and annual  exams are not just good practice. In many industries, they are required. Champlain Medical works directly with employers throughout the greater Burlington and Chittenden County region to schedule these appointments efficiently, minimizing employee downtime while maximizing compliance. Our team handles all required documentation, communicates results clearly, and ensures that any follow-up care is coordinated quickly. When a work-related injury does occur, our work injury evaluations and return-to-work process get employees back on the job safely and on a documented, defensible timeline.

Local Business Support

What sets Champlain Medical apart is the depth of care that comes standard. We are not a high-volume, transactional clinic. We know our employer partners by name, and we adapt our services to the real rhythms of Vermont workplaces. Our Direct Primary Care partnerships, like the one we built with Engineers Construction, Inc., demonstrate what is possible when an employer commits to proactive health rather than reactive treatment. Employees gain access to care, employers gain a healthier and more present workforce, and the whole organization benefits from reduced turnover and improved morale. That is the kind of impact a thoughtful occupational health partnership can deliver.

Call Champlain Medical at 802-448-9370 or visit our occupational medicine services page to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in a pre-employment physical at Champlain Medical?

Each exam is customized to the role and may include a physical, drug screening, vision check, or OSHA respirator review.

How quickly can you schedule a new hire?

Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, and employers can book directly through our online portal.

Do you handle compliance exams for transportation or construction?

Yes. We provide DOT physicals, audiometric testing, OSHA respirator screenings, and all required documentation for regulated industries.