Electrocardiogram, or EKG, testing plays an important role in occupational health by helping evaluate cardiac function as it relates to job demands, safety, and medical clearance. In physically demanding roles, safety-sensitive positions, or pre-placement evaluations, EKG testing provides objective insight into heart rhythm and electrical activity that may inform fitness-for-duty decisions without diagnosing or managing chronic cardiac disease in the occupational setting.
Our clinics offer convenient, on-site 12-lead EKG testing performed by trained clinical staff using standardized protocols. This allows employers to obtain timely cardiac screening data as part of pre-employment physicals, return-to-work evaluations, executive exams, and job-specific medical clearances. Conducting 12-lead EKGs in clinic minimizes delays, reduces the need for outside referrals, and supports efficient decision-making for both employers and employees.
In occupational medicine, EKG testing is most commonly used to establish a baseline cardiac assessment or to identify findings that may warrant additional clinical review. This is particularly relevant for roles involving strenuous physical exertion, exposure to environmental stressors, or high levels of responsibility where sudden incapacitation could pose a safety risk. Our approach ensures testing is applied appropriately and interpreted within the scope of occupational health standards.
When additional evaluation is needed beyond in-clinic EKG testing, we coordinate seamless referrals for cardiac stress testing through Franciscan Health cardiology departments. Cardiac stress testing provides a more comprehensive assessment of how the heart responds to physical exertion and can be an important next step when clinically indicated based on EKG findings, medical history, or job requirements.
This integrated care pathway allows employers to rely on a single occupational health partner while ensuring employees have access to specialized cardiovascular diagnostics when appropriate. Coordination with Franciscan Health cardiology services helps streamline scheduling, communication, and documentation, reducing administrative burden for human resources and safety teams.
Importantly, EKG and stress testing services are offered in a manner that respects employee privacy and adheres to applicable occupational health and regulatory guidelines. Results are used to support informed clearance decisions and risk mitigation strategies rather than to introduce bias toward or against employment, ensuring a fair and medically sound process.
By combining in-clinic 12-lead EKG testing with access to advanced cardiac stress testing through Franciscan Health’s cardiology network, we provide employers with a practical, scalable solution for addressing cardiovascular considerations in the workplace. This integrated model supports workforce safety, operational continuity, and responsible health oversight while keeping care accessible and efficient.