Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Masking Update

Updated March 31, 2023

On March 3, the Washington State Department of Health announced that that the Secretary of Health Mask Order, which required universal masking for people age 5 and older in healthcare, long-term care and adult correctional facilities, would end, effective April 3, 2023.

Effective April 3, 2023,
- OMC patients and visitors will not be required to mask, unless they meet one of the following criteria:
  - Are in a designated respiratory area in OMC or OMP (e.g. pediatric clinic respiratory entrance, areas of Walk in Clinics, etc.),
  - Present with COVID-19, COVID-19-like symptoms or other respiratory symptoms,
  - Are visiting patients in isolation requiring masks or at any patient’s request.
- OMC staff universal masking for source control will continue to be required for direct patient care in all patient care units/areas within OMC Hospitals and OMP clinic settings.
- OMC staff universal masking for source control will not be required in shared office spaces, public spaces (hallways, elevators, café, cafeteria), and meeting/conference rooms.

OMC continues to strongly recommend masking in OMC facilities to protect our most vulnerable populations.

Testing

Follow the link below for resources on at-home COVID tests, as well as local options for travel testing and testing for symptoms. Patients with procedures occurring at Olympic Medical Center will receive instructions for pre-op testing from surgery schedulers. MORE

Vaccination

COVID-19 vaccination is readily available in our community. MORE

Virtual Visits

Details on how to join your virtual visit and what to expect. MORE

OMC News

The latest news and information on COVID-19 from Olympic Medical Center. MORE

Where to Get a Test

Updated September 8, 2022

Below are resources to find at-home COVID tests, as well as local options for travel testing and testing for symptoms.

Patients with procedures occurring at Olympic Medical Center will receive instructions for pre-op testing from surgery schedulers.

Free at-home COVID tests

Testing for Symptoms, Travel Testing (PCR, antigen)

In addition to the resources listed above, free rapid antigen tests are also available to Clallam County residents at the following locations locally.

Port Angeles Public Library

2210 South Peabody Street
Port Angeles, WA 98362

Please visit the curbside window, located to the left of the front entrance, for pickup.

Forks Health Department

140 C Street SW
Forks, WA 98331

Please call ahead to arrange an outside pick up: (360) 374-3121.

Sequim Public Library

630 North Sequim Avenue
Sequim, WA 98382

Please visit the curbside table at the front entrance and ring the bell for assistance.

Forks Public Library

171 S Forks Ave
Forks, WA 98331

Please visit the curbside window (drive-up window on the backside of the building) for pickup.

Clallam Bay Public Library

16990 WA-112
Clallam Bay, WA 98326

Please visit the curbside window (last window on the ramp before the entrance) for pickup.

The Walk-In Clinics do not offer standalone COVID tests. If patients need to seek care at the Walk-In Clinic for COVID-related issues, they will see a provider and be evaluated; a provider visit will be billed.

What to Expect When You Visit OMC

When visiting Olympic Medical Center during this time, we want you to feel informed about what to expect well before you walk through the doors.

Visitation Policy

Effective November 7, 2022, inpatient and outpatient visitation has mostly returned to the general visitation policies that were in place prior to COVID. This policy is subject to change based on fluctuating COVID-19 community prevalence, patient volumes or staffing shortages. All visitors will be required to following OMC’s universal making policy and wear a medical mask at all times when within our facilities, unless they meet one of the outlined accommodations. Olympic Medical Center is committed to providing a safe environment for our patients, staff, visitors and our community members. Please view our Visitor Guidelines page for details.

Masking Requirements at All OMC Facilities

Updated March 31, 2023

Effective April 3, 2023, OMC patients and patient visitors will not be required to mask, unless they meet one of the following criteria:

Are in a designated respiratory area in OMC or OMP (e.g. pediatric clinic respiratory entrance, areas of Walk in Clinics, etc.),
Present with COVID-19, COVID-19-like symptoms or other respiratory symptoms,
Are visiting patients in isolation requiring masks or at any patient’s request.

OMC staff universal masking for source control will continue to be required for direct patient care in all patient care units/areas within OMC Hospitals and OMP clinic settings.

For more details, visit OMC’s Visitor Guidelines page.

Patients and visitors are strongly encouraged to bring their own face masks, but masks will be provided if there is a need. Visit olympicmedical.org/face-mask for tips on how to put on and take off your face mask.

OMC Offers Monoclonal Antibodies

Updated January 7, 2022

Olympic Medical Center currently offers monoclonal antibodies to patients who have a provider referral and meet each of the following criteria:

Tested positive for COVID-19 with mild to moderate symptoms;
Have had symptoms of COVID-19 for no more than 10 days;
Not hospitalized for COVID-19;
Not requiring oxygen due to COVID-19 infection;
Not hypersensitive to these ingredients: sotrovimab; L-histidine, L-histidine monohydrochloride, L-methionine, sucrose, polysorbate 80;
If an individual meets each of the above criteria, in order to be eligible, they must also meet one of the following criteria:
- At least 65 years of age;
- Pregnancy;
- Medical condition that puts them at risk for severe disease.

Talk to your primary care provider about whether you should get monoclonal antibody treatment. Olympic Medical Center accepts referrals from providers throughout Clallam County.

How do monoclonal antibodies work?
Monoclonal antibodies are made in a laboratory and act like natural antibodies to fight infections by blocking the virus from entering your cells and making more virus.

Who should receive monoclonal antibody treatment?
Monoclonal antibody treatment is available at OMC for people who have tested positive for COVID-19, have symptoms that started within 7 days, and meet the criteria outlined above. These treatments are allowed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under an Emergency Use Authorization. Local availability can vary, dependent on continued supply to Olympic Medical Center.

Why should you receive monoclonal antibody treatment?
To jump start your immune system response and help your body fight COVID-19. Though clinical trials are still going, studies show less hospitalizations and emergency room visits, and a decrease in the amount of virus in an infected person’s blood.

Entrance to the Walk-In Clinic in Port Angeles

The OMC Patient Financial Services office at 519 Peabody Street is open during regular business hours. Masking is required. Please know that the following options are available:
- MyChart – To make a payment or ask a billing question.
- OMC Website – To make a payment or ask billing questions. Financial Assistance documents are also available here.
- By Phone – Call (360) 417-7111 to make payments or speak to a representative.
- If you have an issue where direct contact with a financial counselor is required and you are free of fever or respiratory symptoms, please dial the phone number above to make an appointment.

Additional Resources

Below you can find updated information and resources from national, state, and local health officials, in addition to information about gathering safely during the fall and winter months.