Return to Work - Same Employer

MPSM’s Same Employer Return to Work (RTW) services provide structured, person-centred support for workers recovering from injury or illness while remaining engaged with their existing employer. Our Occupational therapists bring substantial experience in coordinating safe, sustainable recovery pathways, especially for complex or multi-dimensional cases. Services are grounded in evidence-based practice, strong communication and MPSM’s long-standing reputation for diligence and responsiveness.

Core Services

  • Initial Needs Assessment

    Initial Needs Assessment to identify functional barriers, psychosocial factors and workplace requirements.

  • Worksite assessments

    Worksite assessments to review job tasks, risk factors and accommodation needs.

  • Suitable Duties Planning

    Suitable Duties Planning aligned with medical capacity and legislative requirements.

  • Recovery at Work Plans

    Recovery at Work Plans with clearly defined goals, review points and communication channels.

  • Case coordination

    Case coordination with treating practitioners, employers, insurers and allied health providers.

  • Support

    Support for psychological injury recovery, including graded RTW planning.

  • Education

    Education for supervisors and leaders to enhance understanding and RTW capability.

How We Work

1

Early Engagement

We connect quickly with worker and employer to establish rapport, expectations and functional goals.

2

Assessment and Planning

Our OTs review work tasks, environment, capacity and clinical information.


3

Case
Coordination

We ensure consistent communication between stakeholders to support effective progression.


4

Review
and Adjust

Plans evolve with functional improvement, clinical guidance and workplace feedback.


Benefits for Employers and Scheme Agents

  • Improved clarity on functional status and capacity

  • Reduced lost time injury periods through structured planning

  • Strong communication, reducing delays and misunderstandings

  • Evidence-informed recommendations suitable for regulatory frameworks

Compliance Notes

  • No guarantees regarding outcomes or timeframes.
  • Communication remains factual, professional and evidence-based.
  • Language does not imply superior outcomes or testimonials.

Contact the experienced team at MPSM today!