Students:

1. Prior to admission, every attempt is made to obtain an up-to-date Immunization Record on ALL students.
2. If records are not obtainable, or are not complete, a re-immunization schedule or completion schedule is started. Guidelines for immunizations are followed as recommended by the: Massachusetts Department of Public Health, in compliance with Chapter 76, Section 15 of the General Laws of Massachusetts. (See, Standing Orders in the Policy and Procedure Manual).
3. All required immunizations will be completed as necessary and ordered by the physician.

Staff:

1. ALL staff are encouraged to, and given the opportunity to have the Hepatitis B Vaccine series, if desired.
2. A form is provided by Hillcrest’s designated employee health care provider (e.g., Occupational Health), at the provider’s facility, requiring signed consent or refusal.
3. If refused, Staff may re-consider at any time during their employment, and receive the Vaccine.
4. At time of employment, all staff are encouraged to review their current immunization status with their own primary health care provider.