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Leave Administration

Time off and Leave Administration

Please explore these resources to learn more about the benefits provided to UAMS employees. If you have additional questions, contact us by emailing askhr@uams.edu.

Worker’s Compensation

Review how to file a claim and FAQs regarding the process and your responsibilities.

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FMLA Leave of Absence

FMLA Leave of Absence

Designed to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities by allowing them to take reasonable unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons.

Review FMLA FAQs

Planning for Maternity Leave

Review the FAQs and Maternity Checklist to start planning for your maternity leave

Start Planning
Short-Term Disability Leave

Short Term & Long Term Disability Leave

Provides financial protection if you are unable to work due to a non-work-related illness, injury or childbirth.

Disability FAQs
Sick Time Off

Sick Time Off

Paid time away from work because of illness, injury or medical appointments.

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Annual Time Off (Vacation)

Paid leave granted to employees for the purpose of rest, relaxation and attendance to personal matters.

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What Type of Leave of Absence or Time Off Should You Use?

After you review this matrix, click into each leave type to explore how to request the absence and learn what the steps are to seek approval.

Review the Knowledge Base Article

Leave and Time Off Policies

Review the UAMS compliance 360 policy, knowledge base articles, and website that further explain your time off and leave options.

Review the Policies
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Unable to return to work?

Review these resources to help you prepare for the transition

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