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DOT Physical Near Albuquerque, NM

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Finding A DOT Exam Near Me In Albuquerque

The Department Of Transportation (DOT) works to protect shared roads and railways. To prevent costly wrecks and protect our communities, the DOT ensures commercial driver’s license (CDL) operators are sober and healthy enough to be safe on the road. Part of that initiative is the DOT exam.

Do I Need A DOT Physical?

CDL drivers operate Commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Common CDL jobs include:

  • Truck Drivers: Truck drivers keep store shelves stocked so we have access to clothes, food, home goods, and more.
  • Bus Drivers: Bus drivers ensure everyone has access to a quality education and the ability to get to work. Buses provide an inexpensive option for travel.
  • Hazmat Drivers: Hazmat drivers take oil to refineries, gas to gas stations, toxic byproducts to safe disposal facilities, and raw goods to manufacturers to create products like plastic.

    Why Do I Need An Exam?

    Employers don’t want to hire an individual with epilepsy or someone who will fall asleep while driving due to narcolepsy. The DOT physical screens operators for physical conditions or medications that make it unsafe for a trucker to drive. Some conditions are necessarily disqualifying, but many can be controlled by medication and lifestyle. Your DOT medical examiner will be able to tell you if your case is severe enough to prevent you from working a CDL job. The DOT medical card proves you passed the examination.

    How Long Is The DOT Medical Card Valid In Albuquerque?

    People in good health can go two years before renewal. However, DOT physical renewals are more frequent if your health needs closer monitoring.

    How Long Is The DOT Exam?

    Appointments last 30-45 minutes on average. For the most efficient service, arrive 10-15 minutes early to fill out the paperwork.

    Note: If you require a specialist to monitor a health condition, bring medical records showing that the specialist cleared you for duty. Otherwise, you could end up making multiple visits to your Colorado DOT medical examiner.

    Will I Need a DOT Drug Screening in Albuquerque?

    No. A urine sample is needed to perform a urinalysis. This demonstrates if there is excessive protien, blood, or sugar in your urine. It does not test for marijuana, narcotics, or other medications. Your potential employer can request that a pre-employment drug test be performed at the same time as the DOT physical exam. 

    Medical marijuana, legally or illegally purchased, is a banned substance for all CDL drivers. If you feel you need this for your health, a CDL operator job isn’t a good fit for you. Regardless of why you take it, it can hinder your ability to drive safely.

    How Do I Find A Certified DOT Medical Examiner Near Me In Albuquerque?

    Finding a local clinic is easy. A quick internet search for “DOT physical near me” should provide you with options, but we can shorten that process with our locator tool. We have a network of clinics near you that can administer the DOT medical exam. Make an appointment to get your DOT medical card today.

    Do I Need To Bring Anything To The Exam?

    Your DOT medical examiner will need to see prescription glasses or contacts, hearing aids, and other adaptive devices to verify they still work adequately. Your driver’s license or any form of photo ID will work to get your DOT medical card in Colorado, but you will need both the CDL and the medical card to be employable.