Injured at work?
- We’re happy to work with your employer, rehabilitation providers, and insurance companies to ensure we resolve problems quickly.
What is a nominated treating doctor?
- A nominated treating doctor is the GP you nominate to manage your recovery from injury and to assist in your safe recovery to return to work.
The law
- If your injury prevents you from doing your normal job for seven days or more, the law requires you to nominate a treating doctor.
- Our doctor will work with your support team, including your employer and the insurer in developing and implementing your Injury Management Plan.
- You must authorise your doctor to provide information about your injury and needs to your support team. Do this by signing the Certificate of Capacity.
What will my doctor do for me?
Your doctor will:
- organise treatment for your injury or illness,
- communicate with your employer, insurer, treating health professionals and rehabilitation provider about your condition, needs, progress and capacity for work,
- work with your insurer and employer to develop your Injury Management Plan,
- complete the Certificate of Capacity,
- review your condition and capacity for work on a regular basis.