Fit-For-Duty & Return to Work Evaluation
Why Fit-For-Duty or Return to work evaluations?
A Fit-For-Duty exam is a medical examination of a current employee to determine whether the employee is physically or psychologically able to perform the job. Sometimes, Fit-For-Duty exams are required when an employee is ready to return to work after taking time off for a serious illness or injury.
What can you expect from evaluations
A fitness for duty exam certifies that an employee is medically or psychologically able to carry out the duties of a position. "Mental status exam" is another term used to describe a psychological fitness for duty exam. Employers can require a fit-for-duty or Return to work exam depends on the requirements of the particular job and applicable laws.