Common use of Physical and Psychological Examinations and Tests Clause in Contracts

Physical and Psychological Examinations and Tests. An employee shall not be required to submit to any physical and psychological examination or test without a written statement of the need for such examination. In such cases, the employee has the choice to select a medical specialist from a list of state licensed physicians, psychologists, or psychiatrists provided by the employer. The cost of such examinations taken at the request or direction of the Superintendent or his/her designee -- except those examinations or tests which are prerequisites on initial employment -- shall be borne by the School Board. A unit employee shall have the right to seek an additional opinion or judgment from among state licensed physicians, psychologists, or psychiatrists of the employee's choosing. The cost will be absorbed by the unit employee. When the option is exercised, the additional opinion shall be attached to any other medical opinions under consideration.