![]() ![]() After returning to work, HCP should self-monitor for symptoms and seek re-evaluation from occupational health if symptoms recur or worsen. The following are criteria to determine when HCP with SARS-CoV-2 infection could return to work and are influenced by severity of symptoms and presence of immunocompromising conditions. Return to Work Criteria for HCP with SARS-CoV-2 Infection If using an antigen test, a negative result should be confirmed by either a negative NAAT (molecular) or second negative antigen test taken 48 hours after the first negative test.įor HCP who were initially suspected of having COVID-19 but, following evaluation, another diagnosis is suspected or confirmed, return-to-work decisions should be based on their other suspected or confirmed diagnoses.If a higher level of clinical suspicion for SARS-CoV-2 infection exists, consider maintaining work restrictions and confirming with a second negative NAAT. If using NAAT (molecular), a single negative test is sufficient in most circumstances.When testing a person with symptoms of COVID-19, negative results from at least one viral test indicate that the person most likely does not have an active SARS-CoV-2 infection at the time the sample was collected. ![]() HCP with even mild symptoms of COVID-19 should be prioritized for viral testing with nucleic acid or antigen detection assays. Evaluating Healthcare Personnel with Symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Guidance addressing recommended infection prevention and control practices including use of source control by HCP is available in Infection Control: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)Įmployers should be aware that other local, territorial, tribal, state, and federal requirements may apply, including those promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Assessment of risk and application of workplace restrictions for asymptomatic HCP with exposure to SARS-CoV-2.Determining the duration of restriction from the workplace for HCP with SARS-CoV-2 infection.This interim guidance is intended to assist with the following: ![]()
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