What to expect at a pre-employment medical

Workers in blue coveralls and yellow hard hats climbing yellow stairs against a blue sky.

The doctors and nurses at Salisbury Medical Centre have years of experience at providing pre-employment health checks. Many companies require a medical as part of the onboarding process. If you haven't had a medical before, this is a guide on what you can expect.


Depending on your line of work, there will be different requirements to being "work place fit". You can anticipate the doctor checking:


  • Your height, weight, temperature and blood pressure
  • Questions will be general and lifestyle related
  • Your hearing & vision will be tested
  • ECG to check heart function
  • Lung Function test (spirometry)
  • A physical examination will be undertaken
  • You may be required to take an instant drug and alcohol test, particularly if you operate machinery. Positive results will be reviewed by a laboratory






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