STUDENT Policies Health Insurance Health insurance is mandatory for all students while enrolled in the physician assistant program. All students will need to supply the program with proof of health insurance, at the beginning of the didactic, clinical, and research year. The insurance policy must cover students in the event of illness or injury including that may result from patient care. If a health condition arises during study that would in any way alter a student’s ability to perform in the clinical setting, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the Director of the Department of` Physician Assistant Studies immediately. Domestic students who would like to purchase insurance coverage can go to the federal insurance exchange at www.healthcare.gov to find available health plans in the state where they permanently reside. If the permanent residence is outside of New York, it will be important to select a PPO plan that offers coverage throughout the United States, so that health care expenses are covered in the area near our university. International students should visit the International Student Affairs at https://www.hofstra.edu/studentaffairs/international/insurance.html. Students should contact the Student Health and Counseling Center at SHACC@hofstra.edu or 516-463-6745 with further advice on obtaining healthcare insurance. Students are encouraged to use the Student Health and Counseling Center at Hofstra. Services offered to enrolled students are generally free or very low cost regardless of insurance coverage.
Health Clearance All students must be medically cleared as evidenced by a health care provider who has determined his/her fitness to perform physician assistant student functions. This verification must be provided at the beginning of the didactic and clinical year. Additionally, supplemental health clearance documents must be completed for students to participate in clinical year clerkships. Depending on research project location, health clearance documents may be required prior to beginning the research semester. The potential cost associated with health clearance is the responsibility of the student. As determined by the New York State Department of Health and as per CDC requirements, students should be aware that the influenza vaccine is now required for all hospital personnel including students. If a student declines to be vaccinated against influenza, a declination form must be completed, and the student must wear a mask in all clinical arenas or comply with the policies set forth by the clinical site. Documentation of vaccination must be submitted to the PA Program main office during each influenza season (fall semester) while enrolled. At this time, we would like to make you aware that the Northwell Health Clinical Advisory Committee and Northwell Health Executive Leadership have determined that the COVID-19 vaccination will be required for all students and faculty who are assigned to any/all Northwell Health facilities, regardless of direct patient care status, effective July 15, 2021. Please note Northwell Health team members may ask students or faculty to provide proof of vaccination (CDC card, New York State Excelsior Pass, etc.) upon entering a Northwell Health facility to ensure this requirement is being adhered to. Failure to produce a proof of vaccination will result in dismissal from the Northwell Health facility until vaccination proof can be provided.
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