Work injury GP in Carindale, back to work safely.
See a work injury GP in Carindale for WorkCover certificates, regular reviews and a return-to-work plan that suits your recovery. We handle communication with your employer and insurer, so you can focus on getting better.
Planning a safe return to work after injury
Returning to work is an important part of recovery, and doing it at the right pace makes a big difference. Your work injury GP assesses what you can safely do and records it on your WorkCover certificate as your capacity for work. That might be full duties, suitable duties with some restrictions, reduced hours, or no work for a short period.
At Carindale Doctors, we work with your employer’s return-to-work coordinator and the insurer to match suitable duties to your capacity, then review regularly and increase your duties as you improve. The goal is to get you back to your normal role safely, without setbacks.
In short: Carindale Doctors’ work injury GPs inside Westfield Carindale plan safe returns to work, recording your capacity on WorkCover certificates and coordinating suitable duties with your employer and insurer. Regular reviews adjust your plan as you recover. Accepted claims carry no out-of-pocket cost.
- Capacity for work assessed and documented
- Suitable duties matched to your recovery
- Graded increase in hours and tasks
- Liaison with return-to-work coordinators
- Regular review consultations
- Physio and rehabilitation referrals
Why a graded return works
Research consistently shows that staying connected to work, even on lighter duties, helps people recover faster and feel better. Our Carindale GPs aim for a return that’s safe, steady and realistic for your job.
Learn more on our WorkCover doctor page.
Return-to-work challenges we help with
These challenges come up often during return to work:
- No suitable duties available: your GP can suggest alternatives.
- Pain flaring with work: duties may need adjusting.
- Fear of reinjury: common, and support helps.
- Unclear restrictions: we'll make your certificate specific.
We’ll keep your certificate updated so everyone knows what’s safe.
What your work injury reviews include
Your review consultations include:
- Progress check on your injury
- Updated capacity for work
- Suitable duties recommendations
- Referral updates for physio or rehab
- Communication with your employer and insurer
- New certificate for each review
Reviews are usually every one to four weeks, depending on your recovery.
Your return to work, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, assess capacity: what you can safely do.
- Step 2, plan duties: with your employer's coordinator.
- Step 3, review: regular check-ins to adjust.
- Step 4, full return: back to normal duties when safe.
Work injury GP costs in Carindale
Review consultations for accepted claims are billed directly to the insurer.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Accepted claims | No out-of-pocket cost to you |
| Rehabilitation referrals | Covered once approved by the insurer |
| Billing | Billed to the insurer for accepted claims |
| Payment | Reception will explain options if your claim isn’t yet accepted |
Work injury care in Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline and Centre Management, at Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road. It’s easy to attend review appointments before or after a shift.
We see injured workers from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Capalaba and Holland Park.
- Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road
- Lifts and centre parking
- Bus interchange at the centre
- Workers from Capalaba and Holland Park welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Serving
Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Return to work questions
Work you can safely do during recovery, such as lighter tasks or fewer hours.
Usually every one to four weeks, depending on your recovery.
Your GP and the insurer can explore alternatives.
Only when your GP assesses it's safe.
A person at your workplace who helps plan your return.
Not for accepted claims.
Book with a work injury GP
Back to work safely, from Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.