Hepatitis B Documentation

To ensure compliance with OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Standard, the following instructions outline the hepatitis B vaccination and antibody titer test process for individuals working with human source materials, including human cells and cell lines. 
  
Required Hepatitis B documentation includes: 
  1. Records of receiving a complete hepatitis B vaccine series. 
  2. A hepatitis B antibody titer test result. 
If the individual has already completed the vaccine series or received an antibody titer test from an outside source, they should provide documentation from that source. All records must include the individual’s name and be in English (or accompanied by an English translation) and should be sent to biosafe@emory.edu. 
 
For Emory Employees: 
If the individual is an Emory employee and needs to complete the Hepatitis B vaccine series and/or antibody titer test, they should follow these steps: 
  1. Log into Emory PeopleSoft via hrprod.emory.edu. 
  2. Navigate to Self-Service Log In > Workplace Health > Emory H.O.M.E. Portal. 
  3. Click Consents/Questionnaires and scroll to the Hep B Vaccine section. 
  4. Read the Hep B Vaccine Info sheet, then complete the Hep B Consent form if agreeing to the vaccination series and/or antibody titer. 
  5. Return to the homepage and Self Scheduling / Appointments to schedule the appropriate appointment: 
    • For the vaccine series: Choose “Immunization Administration – Non COVID” and note "Hep B vaccination" in the comments. 
    • For the antibody titer: Choose “EH Blood Draw” and note "Hep B antibody titer test" in the comments. 
    • For questions or concerns, employees can contact Occupational Health Services (OHS) at home@emoryhealthcare.org. 
 
For Emory Students and Affiliates: 
  1. Emory Undergraduate Students: 
    • Visit Emory University Student Health Services to receive the hepatitis B vaccine series and/or antibody titer test. 
    • Since EHSO does not have access to these records, the student must send their documentation to biosafe@emory.edu. 
    • Contact Emory UniversityStudent Health Services at 404-727-7551 for assistance. 
  2. Emory Graduate Students: 
    • If receiving a stipend, they are considered employees and should visit Occupational Health Services (OHS). Their records will be accessible in the HOME portal. 
    • If not receiving compensation, they will need to go to Emory University Student Health Services for their vaccine and/or antibody titer test and send their records to biosafe@emory.edu. 
  3. Non-Emory Research Affiliates (e.g., Georgia Tech students not enrolled at Emory University): 
    • Must obtain the vaccine/antibody titer from their home institution or medical provider. 
    • They should then send the required records to biosafe@emory.edu.