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Fighting the Plague of Sick Days
This radiology team reduced sick days after it surveyed employees about attendance policies and created guidelines.
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Why This Matters
- Absentee workers means drop in productivity and poor member service.
Test of Change
- Rewarding employees who show up with fancy lunch
Reward to Reduce Sick Days
Establishing reward and recognition programs for good attendance helps this team reduce the number of sick days taken.
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Why This Matters
- Our members and patients count on us to be at work to provide them excellent care and service.
Test of Change
- Creating reward programs and allowing flexible schedules helps keep staff on the job
Calling in Sick Options
Last-minute sick calls decrease when this team focused on all the options available for balancing work and life.
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Why This Matters
- Showing up for our patients and members is the most important thing we do.
Test of Change
- Letting employees know their options can eliminate last-minute sick days