The first week
If you are off work for up to 1 week
you do not need a medical note from
your doctor. If you have been sick
for 4 days or more in a row you
should 'self certify' using a form (SC2) that you
should be able to obtain from your
employer. Alternatively you can
obtain one from the Benefits Agency.
Unfortunately some employers are
insisting on a medical note from the
patient's doctor for less than one week's
absence from work. If you need a
medical note in these
circumstances, the doctor will
charge a fee for a private
certificate. Reception staff will be
able to tell you how much this will
cost.
Sick Notes for Short Periods of
Absence
In the event that your employer
requests a sick note for a short
period of absence due to illnesses,
please
CLICK HERE
to download the letter to provide to
your employer.
After the first week
If you have been off work for more
than a week you will need a sick
note from your doctor. You can
obtain this by contacting reception
for an appointment.
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