Sick leave follow-up

There’s a lot to keep track of when you’re on sick leave and we want to make sure you feel supported through the whole period, and that you are aware of both your rights and your responsibilities. Below is a brief overview of your rights and responsibilities when you are on sick leave. 

Your responsibilities while on sick leave

1. Reporting and documenting absence

You are responsible for letting your manager know that you are on sick leave and for submitting your medical certificate to both your manager and through your NAV portal.

2. Attending follow-up meetings

You are required to attend follow-up meetings, if relevant, with your manager, NAV, or other relevant parties. The purpose of these meetings is to help identify suitable workplace adjustments and help you return to work in the best way.

3. Cooperating on workplace adjustments

If possible in your situation, you are expected to take an active role in discussions about adapting your work situation. This may include talking about options for graded sick leave (less than 100%) or other arrangements that can make your return to work easier. If workplace adjustments and/or graded sick leave allows you to return to work prior to your sick leave ending, you are required to do so. 

4. Informing about changes

If there are changes in your health condition or if you receive new treatment that will change your follow-up needs or adjustment needs, you should inform your manager and NAV so that the follow-up process can be adapted to your situation. Keep in mind that you do not have to share any personal details about your health situation or condition if you do not want to. If your health condition improves enough to return to work in full capacity before your sick leave ends, you are required to do so and should inform your manager and NAV about this as soon as possible.

Your rights while on sick leave

1. Right to sickness benefits

If you are entitled to sickness benefits, Oda will pay your salary or sickness benefits during the first 16 days (the employer period). After that, NAV takes over the payments. These benefits are meant to secure your income during your period of sick leave.

2. Right to work adjustments and graded sick leave

You have the right to have your work tasks or hours adjusted, if possible, to support a gradual return to work. This may include graded sick leave, where you for example work part-time while recovering.

3. Right to follow-up and support

Both NAV and Oda are obligated to provide follow-up and support. This includes a safe and well-organized return to work through necessary adjustments and workplace assistance.

4. Right to participation

You have the right to be heard and to take part in planning your return to work. It’s important that your needs and preferences are taken into account in discussions with both your manager and NAV.

5. Privacy and confidentiality

Information about your health condition must be treated confidentially. You have the right to ensure that personal data related to your sick leave is not shared without your consent, unless it is necessary for the follow-up process.

You can read more about your rights and responsibilties at NAV's website: https://www.nav.no/sykmeldt.