Returning to work. Part 2: what can be done from an employer's perspective?

Returning to work brings with it shifts in confidence, perspectives and priorities. But despite the varied challenges involved, employers can make a significant impact in reducing pressure for the returner. This article – the second in a two-part series – discusses how practices can aid the transition back into clinical practice for those who have been on an extended career break, by means of flexible working, tailored support and mentorship, and by creating a psychologically safe workplace culture. Part 1 (which was published in the September issue of In Practice) explored ways in which the returner can approach the return to work to maximise the chances of a successful transition and mitigate the challenges involved.