In the context of workers' compensation, what does 'reemployment' generally refer to?

Reemployment in the context of workers' compensation typically refers to the process of finding a new job after an individual has sustained an injury that affects their ability to work. This encompasses various aspects of helping injured workers transition back into the workforce, especially if their previous job is no longer viable due to their injury.

When someone is injured on the job, they may not be able to return to their original position, either because it would exacerbate their condition or the job requirements have changed. Reemployment services can include job placement assistance, vocational rehabilitation, and other resources that aid in equipping the injured worker with the skills or opportunities necessary to secure a new job.

While training for new skills and returning to the same job are elements that may be involved in reemployment, the essential focus of this term is on the successful acquisition of new employment after an injury. Assessment of medical needs is relevant to the overall workers' compensation process but doesn't directly relate to the concept of reemployment itself.