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What is Return to Work and modified duty?
Pinnacol’s Return to Work (RTW) program helps injured workers get back on the job as safely and quickly as possible. Modified duty plays a key role in this process. It involves creating a temporary work assignment with adjusted tasks that accommodate the worker's limitations while they recover. Pinnacol's RTW experts can guide you through developing a successful modified duty plan.
Benefits of a strong RTW program
A robust RTW program offers significant advantages for employees and their employers.
Faster recovery: Staying engaged in productive work can accelerate an injured worker’s physical and emotional recovery while providing financial security. The longer an injured worker is off work, the less likely they are to get back to their job.
Lower claims costs: The sooner an employee returns to work, even in a modified capacity, the lower the claim cost will be.
Positive workplace culture: A strong RTW program fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where employees feel valued. This boosts morale, leading to increased productivity and higher retention rates.
How to create a modified duty plan for injured workers
Pinnacol makes creating a modified duty plan fast and easy! Our dedicated RTW team guides our customers every step of the way.
Identify modified duties: We work directly with our customers to identify meaningful workplace duties that fit the injured worker’s limitations. We're experts at finding creative solutions!
Medical provider approval: Our team collaborates with the injured worker’s medical provider to ensure all modified duty tasks are safe and appropriate for recovery.
Formal offer: Our RTW experts draft a formal modified duty offer for the injured worker, ensuring a smooth return to work.
Formal offer: Our RTW experts draft a formal modified duty offer for the injured worker, ensuring a smooth return to work.
Ongoing adjustments: As the injured worker progresses, we work with their medical provider to gradually add responsibilities to their modified duty plan.
Return to full duty: We support injured workers through their recovery until they can return to their original job duties.
Proactive RTW planning
Don’t wait for a work-related injury — a proactive RTW plan helps manage workplace injuries effectively while minimizing claims costs and time away from work. Pinnacol’s RTW team is ready to facilitate a smoother transition back to work, benefiting employees and their employers. Get in touch at 303.361.4000.
