Return to Work Authorization. 6.1.5.1 Following any absence of one (1) workweek or longer, the Superintendent, in his/her exclusive discretion, may require the employee to submit a statement from the employee's physician indicating that the employee can safely perform the essential functions of his or her position.
Return to Work Authorization. The City and the firefighters of Local 1919 recognize that a catastrophic injury or illness to a member is unfortunate and agree to continue to bargain the impacts of return to work article. Outside of an agreement or MOU differing from the manner in which we handle this issue, the City will follow current City Personnel Policy on requiring an authorization for an employee returning to work after an extended illness or injury.
Return to Work Authorization. Prior to a firefighter returning to work from IOD status in a full-duty capacity, the firefighter must present to the Office of the Fire Chief medical documentation clearing him/her to do so unless that medical documentation is received by the Fire Chief from the medical provider or other agent. The Chief’s Office shall then notify the on duty shift officer who shall return him/her to duty status. If a firefighter fails to return to duty, once notified of his/her release to do so, that firefighter will be carried as AWOL.
Return to Work Authorization. At its discretion, the Hospital may require a physician’s release prior to any Nurse being permitted to return to work from a medical leave of absence or any absence due to occupational injury or illness. In all cases, written release must include specific work restrictions, if any, and their anticipated duration. An employee who is released to work with limitations must obtain an additional release each time restrictions are modified or removed so the Hospital can evaluate whether or not the Hospital, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, can reasonably accommodate the restrictions.
Return to Work Authorization. 2276 Upon release from the treating physician(s) for occupational injury or illness, the Employer may request that the employee provide a return-to-work authorization containing the name of the physician, physician’s signature, clarification of disability and date released to return to work, in sufficient time to allow the Employer to make an appropriate determination of the jobs the employee can perform, and the need for reasonable accommodation, if any. 2277 Section 7 – Benefits While on Occupational Injury or Illness Leave – (Workers’ Compensation) 2278 A. Health Plan 2279 Health Plan and dental premiums will continue to be paid by the Employer for employees regularly scheduled to work twenty (20) or more hours per week.
