Diagnosis of lab animal allergy is based on patient history, physical examination, and skin testing. A person (employee, student, etc.) who is experiencing symptoms should inform their supervisor.
According to MCG policy, if an employee requires treatment or has any lost work days for a work related accident, injury, exposure or illness, the employee must seek treatment by contacting the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) at 1-877-656-7475 for assistance in selecting an Authorized Treating Physician. The provider of service should send any bills for treatment directly to DOAS in Atlanta.
The supervisor is responsible for promptly reporting any accident, injury, exposure or illness that does not require medical treatment to the Benefits Section of Human Resources Division and the LAS Occupational Health Assistant (only for animal related injuries, exposure or illness) using the "Incident Notice Only" form which can be found here.
If immediate medical attention is needed for the injured employee, the supervisor will assist in obtaining the necessary treatment by contacting the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) at 1-877-656-7475 for the employee if necessary. If emergency medical treatment is necessary, the injured employee must be directed or taken to the nearest hospital Emergency Room. If the doctor recommends that the employee not return to work immediately following a required treatment, the supervisor must notify the Human Resources Benefits Section by telephone Ext. 1-3836 on campus or 706-721-3836 off campus within 24 hours of injury, including the expected return date, if known. The Human Resources Benefits Section must also be advised of the option selected by the employee whether the employee
chooses to use sick leave, annual leave or leave without pay while out due to the covered injury.
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