Reinstatement Procedures. Reinstatement rights following disability leave/separation extend for three (3) years from the date such leave is granted. An employee given a disability separation subsequent to a leave of absence without pay for the same disabling injury or illness shall retain the right to reinstatement for a period of up to three (3) years from the time the employee began the leave of absence without pay. Such employee is to be reinstated to the same or similar position within thirty (30) days after making written application and passing a medical examination showing full qualifications to perform the duties of the position. The examination shall be conducted by a physician designated by the Administrator; its costs shall be paid by the Employer. The Employer will send a written reminder to the employee at least two (2) weeks prior to the expiration of his/her disability leave/separation. An employee who fails to apply for reinstatement or pass a medical examination, or, does not return from disability leave/separation, formally resign, or take disability retirement, shall be deemed permanently separated from service as of the date of the disability leave/separation without pay.
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