DOT Physicals
At Vital Care Urgent Care, we proudly offer DOT (Department of Transportation) physicals for patients in Midland, Odessa, Big Spring, Abilene, Andrews, TX, and the surrounding communities of West Texas.
If you are currently working for or will be working for an employer that focuses on commercial driving or other "safety-sensitive" positions, you will need to have a DOT physical.
This physical is a federally regulated medical examination with strict guidelines set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), making sure that all commercial drivers are in good health in order to complete their jobs safely.
Contact us today to learn more about DOT physicals or visit one of our local walk-in clinics.
What Happens During a DOT Physical?
The physical covers a handful of tests including:
Vision -Drivers must have at least 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correctional glasses or contacts. The vision test also includes distance, color, and horizontal field of vision.
Hearing - Drivers must be able to hear a "forced whisper" at 5 feet or less, with or without a hearing aid device.
Blood Pressure/Pulse - This test is performed to catch high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats.
Urinalysis - This part of the test looks for underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes.
Physical Examination - During this portion of the test, the doctor will check a variety of different categories including the patient's general appearance, eyes, ears, mouth, heart, lungs, abdomen, extremities, spine, and neurological factors.
Do I Need a DOT Physical?
DOT physicals are required every 1-2 years if you:
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Transport hazardous materials
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Operate a vehicle that carries more than 15 people
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Operate a vehicle with a gross combined weight of more than 10,000 lbs.
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Are paid to operate a vehicle that carries more than 8 people
Driving large commercial vehicles is a big responsibility. Not only is it a responsibility to the companies you are driving for, but you also hold responsibilities on the road to other drivers. DOT physicals ensure you are fit enough to meet the demands of your job and can operate large vehicles or vehicles with passengers without putting yourself or anyone else at risk.
Visit Us For a DOT Physical Today
At Vital Care Urgent Care, our staff maintains a current, comprehensive knowledge of DOT regulations allowing us to properly complete DOT physicals. When you need a DOT physical for a new job in the transportation industry, you can look forward to a quick and convenient experience at Vital Care Urgent Care. We have several convenient locations in the Midland, TX and Odessa, TX area, so visit us at our closest walk-in clinic to you.
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KENT STREET
407 N. Kent Street,
Midland, Texas 79701
(432) 687-2273
CORNERSTONE SHOPPING CENTER
4400 N Midland Dr., Suite 406A,
Midland, Texas 79707
(432) 897-0298
ABILENE 27TH STREET
3101 S. 27th Street,
Abilene, Texas 79605
(325) 704-5037
SANTA FE SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER
3952 E. 42nd Street, Suite Z,
Odessa, Texas 79762
(432) 614-5513
BIG SPRING LOCATION
2602 South Gregg Street, Suite 6,
Big Spring, Texas 79720
(432) 315-2077
ABILENE RIDGEMONT
4009 Ridgemont Dr.
Abilene, Texas 79606
(325) 232-8830
KENT STREET
407 N. Kent Street,
Midland, Texas 79701
(432) 687-2273
CORNERSTONE SHOPPING CENTER
4400 N Midland Dr., Suite 406A,
Midland, Texas 79707
(432) 897-0298
ABILENE 27TH STREET
3101 S. 27th Street,
Abilene, Texas 79605
(325) 704-5037
Open 7 Days 8 AM – 8 PM starting
April 1, 2025
SANTA FE SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER
3952 E. 42nd Street, Suite Z,
Odessa, Texas 79762
(432) 614-5513
BIG SPRING LOCATION
2602 South Gregg Street, Suite 6,
Big Spring, Texas 79720
(432) 315-2077
ABILENE RIDGEMONT
4009 Ridgemont Dr.
Abilene, Texas 79606
(325) 232-8830
Open 7 Days 8 AM – 8 PM starting March 1, 2025