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Fitness for Duty Assessments
It's rare, but there are times when a mental health issue can interfere with an individual's ability to safely do their job.
That's when an employer, licensing board or other organization can step in and request that you complete a fitness for duty (FFD) assessment because they have concerns about your performance, safety or behavior in the workplace.
Menninger's Fitness for Duty Assessment
When you participate in a Fitness for Duty Assessment at Menninger, you can expect:
- A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, which includes psychological testing and other specialty consults when indicated
- Personalized evaluations by a multidisciplinary clinical team led by forensic psychiatrist Topaz Sampson-Mills, MD
- 3 days for the team to complete the assessment, which can be conducted in person or via Zoom, although the individual being assessed will only participate a few hours each day
- Recommendations for appropriate accommodations, if needed
- Recommendations for regaining or maintaining fitness for duty
Since FFD assessments are generally requested by an employer or licensing board for professionals like physicians, attorneys, nurses, etc., we'll also work closely with the requestor to understand the circumstances that have led to this request. We'll also need to request relevant medical records so that the team has a 360 degree perspective of your situation.
Our team’s final report and recommendations will be provided directly to the requesting entity only.
Cost of a Fitness for Duty Assessment
Because the assessment is highly personalized, the cost varies by individual. Learn more on our Program Costs page.
Scheduling a Fitness for Duty Assessment
To schedule your FFD, simply call us at 713-275-5400 to get the process started.
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