Occupational Health in Werribee
Harpley Doctors provides occupational health services in Werribee, including pre-employment medical examinations and job evaluations.
Health Checks for Work
Many jobs require a medical assessment before you start, or at points during your employment. The assessment helps you and your employer understand whether you are fit for the role and whether any support is needed.
Services for Workers and Employers
- Pre-employment medicals
- Job evaluations
- Taxi and driver’s licence medicals
- Q fever screening and vaccination for people who work with livestock
- Medical reports requested by employers
- Care and medical information for WorkCover claims
Q Fever and Livestock Work
Farmers, abattoir and meat workers, vets, shearers and others who work around livestock can be exposed to Q fever. Before vaccination, people need both a blood test and a skin test to check for previous exposure, and the skin test is read after seven days. Your GP can talk through whether your work puts you at risk. People who have already been exposed or vaccinated do not need the vaccine, and could react badly to it.
What a Work Medical May Involve
- Questions about your health history and any medicines you take
- A physical examination, such as blood pressure, height and weight
- Vision or hearing checks, where the role or licence requires them
- Any other tests listed on your employer’s form
Returning to Work After Injury
After a workplace injury, your GP can assess your capacity for work and help plan a safe return, including suitable duties while you recover.
Coming for a Work Medical
- Bring any forms from your employer or licensing authority
- Bring your photo ID and Medicare card
- Tell reception what the medical is for when you book, so enough time is set aside
WorkCover Patients
If you have been injured at work, please inform your employer and bring your employer’s contact details to your appointment, so we can verify your claim and arrange payment.
Bulk Billing
All consultations and procedures at Harpley Doctors are bulk billed.
For our fees, billing and appointment policies, see Patient Info and Fees.
Our Doctors
Get to know the GPs at Harpley Doctors on our Our Team page, or browse everything we offer on Our Services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with a GP at Harpley Doctors, online or by calling (03) 8731 1330.
Can I do my work medical by phone?
Phone consultations are not recommended for anything that needs a physical examination, so please book an in-person appointment for your medical.
Can I bring an interpreter?
Yes. Tell reception before your visit, and we can request an onsite interpreter in advance or arrange a telephone interpreter.
What if I can’t make my appointment?
Please let reception know as early as you can on (03) 8731 1330. Our cancellation policy is on the Patient Info and Fees page.
Can I see a female doctor?
Yes. Female GPs practise at Harpley Doctors. Choose your preferred doctor when you book online, or ask reception to help.