Pilots Prevent
May 18, 2021
Now that COVID-19 vaccine supplies have ramped up, more people are eligible in Oregon to get it, and more places are authorized by the Oregon Health Authority to administer it, getting vaxxed has never been easier.
And as more people get vaccinated, the risk of spreading COVID-19 reduces dramatically. Not only will this save lives, it also means we can all start getting closer to “normal” life with far fewer restrictions. That’s why UP requires all staff, faculty and students to get vaccinated before coming to campus in the fall.
According to UP policy: “Employees must submit proof of vaccination no later than August 1, 2021. Students must submit proof of vaccination no later than September 1, 2021. As with other vaccination requirements, medical and/or non-medical (e.g., religious) exemptions from this policy may be requested consistent with Oregon and federal law.”
If you’re still feeling unsure how to get your vaccine, the Oregon Health Authority website is a great place to start.
It has updated information on which groups are eligible for vaccines and links to scheduling tools for the Convention Center and Airport mass vaccination sites. However, as those sites wind down and close up shop this summer, the smaller sites, such as local pharmacies, will play a bigger role. Luckily, the OHA site also has links that take you right to the scheduling portals for all the pharmacies that currently offer vaccinations, from Costco to Walgreens.
Any Oregon residents who don’t want to navigate the web to find a vaccinate can call 211 to get help from a person trained to connect people with social services. And remember, the vaccine is totally free. You don’t even need proof of insurance, identity or eligibility to get one.
Once you get fully vaccinated, it’s important to report that status to UP. For employees, the process takes just a couple minutes. After your second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or the single dose Johnson & Johnson, take a picture or scan an image of your vaccination card.
Next, visit the Pilots Prevent vaccination page for the link to the reporting form.
If you’re signed into your PilotsUP account, the form will automatically populate with your name and UP ID. Type in the date of your second vaccine, upload the picture of your card and hit submit. You’ll be taken to a page for a digital signature, and then you’re done. So easy. Remember, employees must submit proof of vaccination no later than August 1, 2021.
For students, proof of vaccination is required by September 1, 2021, but the process will be a little different and likely involve the Health & Counseling Center Student Health Portal. Stay tuned for details, and stay healthy Pilots!
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