Work-Related Injuries
An injury occurs at work and…
- Complete an injury report with your supervisor
- If you realize later that treatment is needed, call Human Resources for authorization for treatment & location of medical provider
- Contact Human Resources for authorization for treatment & location of medical provider. If you are unable to reach an HR representative, please send the employee to one of the non-emergency treatment locations below.
- Complete an injury report with your supervisor
- If an injury occurs or pain worsens after normal business hours and treatment cannot wait, seek treatment at Med-1 in Holland. If it is beyond Med-1 Holland’s extended hours, contact Med-1 in Grand Rapids, on-call 24 hours, at (616) 459-6331. If it is an emergency, go to the Emergency Room
- Complete an injury report with your supervisor
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: May I go to my own doctor?
A. No, the county directs treatment for the first 28 days and uses Med-1 and Workplace Health for the treatment of work-related injuries. If treatment was sought at the Emergency Room and follow up is required, please contact Human Resources for authorization.
Q: Do I have to pay for my appointment?
A: If you go to the Emergency Room, tell them to bill Ottawa County Human Resources. Do NOT give them your health insurance card. MED-1 and Workplace Health will not ask you for personal billing information.
Q: Do I have to use sick time?
A: You will need to use your own time for appointments after the initial visit. If you work for the Sheriff’s Office, please talk to your supervisor about your time when scheduling appointments.
Q: What if I cannot drive due to my injury?
A: If you need a ride to the doctor after an injury occurs, contact a friend or family member, due to liability. If it is an emergency, please call 911. Contact Human Resources, if you have further questions.
Q: I was given a prescription at my appointment. How do I get it filled?
A: If you need a prescription for a work-related injury, you may go to any pharmacy, pay out of pocket, and send the receipt to Human Resources for reimbursement.
Q: Do I get reimbursed mileage?
A: Mileage may be reimbursable through our workers compensation administrator.