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COVID-19 Reporting Procedure

February 1, 2022

With the continued and steady number of COVID-19 cases on campus, below is a reminder of the COVID-19 Reporting Procedure for all UTHSC employees.


All employees must complete the Human Resources Notice of COVID-19 Form for the following occurrences:

  • If you test positive for COVID-19
  • If you had close contact with someone who is COVID-19 positive
  • If you live in the same household as someone who is COVID-19 positive

In the interest of maintaining the health and safety of the campus, the University has implemented the following safety procedure:

  • 5-day self-isolation for COVID-19 positive employees
  • 5-day quarantine following non-household close contact exposure for non-vaccinated employees
    • If you are up-to-date with your vaccinations and boosters, or have recovered from COVID-19 within the last three (3) months, no quarantine is required after a non-household close contact exposure
    • However, you are expected to wear a mask, remain socially distant, and monitor for symptoms for a 10-day period
  • 10-day quarantine for employees who are residing with a COVID-19 positive individual
    • Household exposures require a mandatory 10-day quarantine, regardless of vaccination status
  • ALL employees experiencing the above need to request clearance prior to returning to campus from University Health Services (UHS).
    • UHS will provide authorization to return to campus and can advise employees on their unique health situations
    • If you test positive for COVID-19 and symptoms are not improving and/or a fever persists within the last twenty-four (24) hours, your isolation period will be extended to 10 days
  • If approved by your supervisor and if your job duties allow, you may telecommute during your isolation or quarantine period. When unable to telecommute, accrued sick or annual leave must be used for work time missed.

All employees are encouraged to get tested (if they have had a close contact to someone testing positive for COVID-19, suspect exposure, or have symptoms) and vaccinated against COVID-19. For more information and further guidance, please see:


Thank you for your patience as we continue to work through the changing protocols of the pandemic. We very much appreciate how understanding and cooperative our employees are to ensure the health and safety of our campus!

If you have any questions about the COVID-19 reporting procedure, please contact HR at 901.448.5600 or hr@uthsc.edu.

 

Jun 29, 2022