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Occupational Health and Work Injury Consult

Work-related injuries and occupational health concerns require prompt assessment and coordinated care to support safe recovery and return to work. At Gordon Family Practice, we provide comprehensive occupational health services aligned with Australian workplace health and safety standards.

Our GPs work collaboratively with patients, employers, insurers, and allied health professionals to ensure appropriate treatment, documentation, and return-to-work planning. We focus on early intervention, injury prevention, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Work Injury Assessment & Management

Early assessment of workplace injuries reduces complications and supports faster recovery. We provide thorough evaluation and evidence-based treatment planning.

  • Workplace musculoskeletal injuries
  • Back and neck strain
  • Sprains and soft tissue injuries
  • Repetitive strain injuries
  • Minor workplace lacerations
  • WorkCover medical assessments

Return-to-Work Planning & Certificates

A structured return-to-work plan helps injured employees resume duties safely while reducing re-injury risk.

  • Work capacity assessment
  • Fit-for-work evaluations
  • Completion of WorkCover certificates
  • Graduated return-to-work plans
  • Communication with employers
  • Ongoing progress reviews

Occupational Health Services for Employers

We support businesses in maintaining safe and compliant workplaces through structured occupational health assessments.

  • Pre-employment medicals
  • Fitness-for-duty assessments
  • Injury risk assessments
  • Health monitoring programs
  • Drug and alcohol testing (if required)
  • Workplace health documentation

Seek medical assessment as soon as possible. Early documentation and treatment improve recovery and support WorkCover claims.

Yes. Your GP can assess your injury, provide medical certificates, and guide your return-to-work plan.

Most consultations take 20–30 minutes, depending on injury complexity and documentation requirements.

No referral is required. You can book directly with our clinic.

It is a structured plan that outlines safe duties and graduated work hours to support recovery.

Yes. Medical information is confidential and shared only as required under workplace health regulations.