
Neat idea from the folks in Albemarle County government: the launch of a new Employee Care Clinic, which will provide employees, retirees and their eligible dependents access to medical, occupational health, mental health and wellness services.
A good thing to do, on the part of the local government, as an employer, and it can’t hurt in terms of recruiting employees.
“These clinics represent a meaningful investment in the health and well-being of our workforce,” the county government’s chief operating officer, Kristy Shifflett, said. “By providing access to preventive care, chronic disease management and mental health support, we are fostering a culture that supports healthier, more resilient employees that can better serve our community.”
Details
- The clinic opens for appointments on Monday. Employees can schedule appointments through the CareATC mobile app, online portal, or by phone.
Operated by CareATC, the clinic serves benefits-eligible employees from Albemarle County Local Government, Albemarle County Public Schools, and partner agencies including the Albemarle County Service Authority, Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention Center, Charlottesville-Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau and Emergency Communications Center.
Retirees and dependents enrolled in the Albemarle County medical plan are also eligible.
Albemarle County, Albemarle County Public Schools, Emergency Communications Center, Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention Center, CACVB and Albemarle County Service Authority contributed to the initial implementation costs for the clinic.
Albemarle County now joins other Virginia localities, including the cities of Danville, Winchester and Chesapeake, and Hanover County, in offering dedicated employee health clinics.
Staffed by licensed medical professionals, the clinic offers primary and urgent care, pediatric care for patients ages two and older, chronic disease management, occupational health services, vaccinations, lab testing, physical therapy and wellness coaching.
Mental health services and virtual care options are also available.
“By launching this clinic system, we are giving employees and their families convenient access to high-quality healthcare while also helping control rising healthcare costs,” Albemarle County Schools Assistant Superintendent Clare Keiser said. “This initiative ensures that healthcare is accessible and affordable for those who serve our community every day.”