Download Physical Ability Test Information

Carolinas HealthCare System
Rehabilitation Services
Physical Abilities Test Screen
Applicant Information for Test Day
The following information should be shared with the applicant prior to testing:
 You will undergo a Physical Ability Testing Screen that has been tailored to the most demanding
tasks of the job for which you are applying.
 Bring a driver’s license or photo ID.
 Wear loose fitting clothes, stable, non-slip shoes; do not wear mini-skirts, tight fitting
slacks/jeans, and/or shorts;
 Wear stable non-slip shoes defined as: Non-skid soles (tennis shoe, or leather sole with
ridges/non-slip pattern); No slippers, no crocs, no sling-back shoes, no flip-flops, no sandals;
 Take any and all medications, as prescribed;
 If possible, bring medication containers or a list of medications to the screening.
 Refrain from caffeine and nicotine prior to screening to minimize impact on heart rate and blood
pressure.
 Resting blood pressure and heart rate will be checked prior to and throughout testing. If your
blood pressure and heart rate falls outside specific parameters, you will be required to obtain
from your physician a signed medical clearance form prior to testing, for your safety.
 If you are pregnant, you will be required to obtain from your physician a signed medical
clearance form prior to testing, for your safety.
 If you have had recent surgery, testing may be deferred until written clearance is obtained from
the surgeon who performed the surgery.
 The evaluator will perform a brief musculoskeletal screen prior to testing
 If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment, please contact your Human Resources
Associate in advance to cancel the appointment. Your Human Resources Associate is
and
can be reached at the following number: