Receive Your DOT Physical in Tampa, FL

Medical provider taking a patient's blood pressureIf you are applying for or renewing your commercial driver’s license (CDL), you will need to have a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical performed by a licensed medical examiner who is included in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) National Registry. The goal of a DOT physical is to confirm that you are healthy enough to operate a large motor vehicle without putting yourself or anyone else at risk.

You can receive your DOT physical at South Tampa Immediate Care in Tampa, Florida. We do not require an appointment for this or any other service, although you are welcome to enter our virtual waiting room if you would like to further streamline your visit with us.

What to Expect During Your DOT Physical Exam

Your DOT physical at South Tampa Immediate Care will include:

  • A medical history review (you will be asked to complete a questionnaire in advance)
  • A cardiovascular screening
  • A vision test
  • A hearing test
  • An ear, nose, and throat exam
  • A reflex test
  • A urine-based glucose test

If your medical examiner determines that you are physically qualified to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle, you will receive a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC). The MEC will be valid for up to 24 months. (It may expire sooner if your medical examiner determines that it is necessary to monitor a chronic health issue, such as high blood pressure, more frequently.) You can then submit the MEC to your employer and continue with the hiring process or review.

One of the Many Occupational Health Services We Offer

South Tampa Immediate Care is pleased to offer a range of convenient occupational health services that benefit both employees and employers. In addition to DOT physicals, we perform employment physicals and drug screenings. We also offer care for work-related injuries, including on-site X-rays, splinting, and suturing.

Contact South Tampa Immediate Care today if you have questions about the DOT physical exam or any of the other urgent care services we offer at our walk-in clinic. We’re located at 602 S. Howard Ave. in Tampa, FL.