4-10 Medical Leave Policy

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Approved: Board of Supervisors
Authority: Human Resources
Resolution: 10-0852
Revised Date: December 14, 2010

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• Medical Leave Policy [PDF]

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Purpose
3. Policy
   1. Eligibility for Medical Leave: Federal & State Laws
   2. Type, Duration, and Reason for Leave
   3. Additional Medical Leave Provisions
   4. Restoration of Employment & Benefits Following a Leave
   5. Coordination of FMLA Leave with Other Leave Policies and Provisions
   6. Questions and/or Policy Compliance
4. Responsibilities
   1. Department Head
   2. Department Human Resources/Payroll Liaison
   3. Human Resources Department
   4. Employee
5. Leave of Absence Approval Process
   1. Employee Notice
   2. Timing of Employee Notice
   3. Required Documentation
   4. Submit Medical Certifications Supporting Need for Leave (Non-Military FMLA Leave)
   5. Submit Certifications Supporting Need for Military FMLA Leave
   6. Leave Approval Authority for Longer Duration Medical Leave Requests
   7. Cooperating in the Scheduling of Leave
   8. Medical Recertification
   9. Return to Work Medical Certifications
   10. Reporting Changes to Anticipated Return Date
   11. Using Paid Leave for Unpaid FMLA/CFRA/CPDL Leave
   12. Paying Employee’s Share of Health Insurance Premiums
6. Where to Find Additional Information

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