Common use of Health Leave—Unpaid Clause in Contracts

Health Leave—Unpaid. A member of the bargaining unit shall be granted a leave of absence without pay for health reasons for a period of 39 months after which time his/her employment with the District may be terminated. A statement of medical need from a qualified physician may be requested by the District. The employment status of a member of the bargaining unit requesting such health leave shall not be affected by the granting of the leave. Prior to return to duty, a statement must be furnished from the member’s physician indicating that the returning member can return to full-time employment without detriment to his/her health.

Health Leave—Unpaid. A member of the bargaining unit shall be granted a leave of absence without pay for health reasons for a period of 39 36 months after which time his/her employment with the District may be terminated. A statement of medical need from a qualified physician may be requested by the District. The employment status of a member of the bargaining unit requesting such health leave shall not be affected by the granting of the leave. Prior to return to duty, a statement must be furnished from the member’s physician indicating that the returning member can return to full-time employment without detriment to his/her health.