Common use of PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS /DOCTOR’S NOTE Clause in Contracts

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS /DOCTOR’S NOTE. 36.01 Where the Employer requires an employee to take a physical examination, Doctor's fees for the examination shall be paid by the Employer. The time taken off the job shall also be paid at the employee's regular hourly rate. Where the Employer requires an employee to provide a Doctor’s note or to have a Doctor fill out a form, they will pay the cost for same unless the note is required as a result of the following: 1. The employee has been formally advised that their attendance record is unacceptable and that Doctor’s certificates will be required in the future; or 2. The duration of the absence or the circumstances surrounding the absence requires verification. The Employer will be under no obligation to pay for the completion of forms that are required to be completed for the receipt of benefits under Weekly Indemnity, WCB or LTD plans. In regard to employees returning from a leave of absence the employee will be responsible for the cost of the initial note indicating they are fit to return to work. If the Employer requires any further medical information the Employer will pay the cost for same. For all accommodations where the employee is returning to work from an absence, the employee will be responsible for the cost of the initial Doctor’s note which will clearly explain the nature and reason for the accommodation. If further medical information is required the Employer will pay the cost for same. The Employer will be under no obligation to pay for a Doctor’s note confirming an accommodation for an employee who has not missed any work due to the medical condition requiring the accommodation.