Work Cover
Work-Related Injuries and Return to Work Certificates
At Corrie St Medical Clinic, many of our doctors specialize in managing work-related injuries. If you sustain a work-related injury, please follow these steps:
- Notify Your Employer: Inform your employer about the injury as soon as possible.
- Consult a Doctor: Speak to a doctor immediately for advice and to obtain a Return to Work certificate. This initial consultation may involve a fee, but it will be reimbursed once your Work Cover claim is approved.
- Work Cover Claim: Your insurer will provide you with a Work Cover claim number and a case manager. You will need to provide these details to your doctor.
- Return to Work Certificate:
- Purpose: The Return to Work certificate outlines the duties you can and cannot perform and provides recommendations to support your recovery.
- Communication: It is used to communicate your Work Cover case with your insurer, employer, and other involved health professionals.
- Regular Updates: The certificate must be updated regularly by your nominated Work Cover doctor until you are fit to return to your pre-injury duties. It is important to follow up with the same doctor for all Work Cover appointments to ensure consistent management.
For further enquiries or to schedule an appointment, please call Corrie Street Medical Clinic at (07) 3350 1625.