Specifications include, but are not limited to: Successful Contractor(s) shall review and understand the essential functions of all positions with The City of Norwalk and departments. This is critical for both pre- employment examinations, biennial examinations for Fire personnel disability examinations, and independent medical examinations. The contracted medical services provider (physicians/physician assistants) shall have the necessary credentials to perform these types of evaluations. At a minimum, a medical doctor or physician, board certified in Occupational Health Medicine and licensed to practice medicine without restrictions in the State of Connecticut shall perform or oversee all services. All support staff shall be knowledgeable of occupational health and safety practices. All medical staff shall have a clear understanding of the appropriate OSHA standards that apply to fire service personnel and NFPA Standard 1582-2022 edition medical recommendations as well as public works employees, and general employees. Physicians/Physician Assistants shall hold unrestricted licenses to practice medicine in the State of Connecticut and possess current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration numbers. Physicians and Physician Assistants shall be practicing adult primary care physicians/physician assistants with ten (10) years' experience performing medical evaluations of applicants/employees for essential job functions, fit for duty evaluations, and for occupational disability determination. Services for the firefighters and public works employees will be provided annually, and services for pre-employment/new hires will be provided as needed.
