How should I ask to be rehired for a job I quit because of health issues?

Question

I had to quit a job because of health issues (chronic arm and hand pain). At the time several doctors told me I had carpal tunnel; the staff was sad to see me go, especially since they thought I could recover from carpal tunnel, but I hadn't accumulated leave time to take off work. I finally went to a top surgeon, and it turned out that what I had was a lot more severe than carpal tunnel. He scheduled me for surgery immediately--and I had three operations on one arm. Now three weeks later, I am doing incredibly better. I also had a great surgeon. I'm typing right now and feel fine. How could I approach the supervisor? Should I explain the whole situation--that my condition was worse than I thought--but now I'm fine. I know they were disappointed to see me go.I left the job 6 weeks ago and could go back next week.

Answer 1

From what you told us here, I think it's safe to simply call the company, or even better, go there and see the personnel manager. Make it a social call. Say that you come just to say hello, visit your old friends, and let them know how the surgery went.

Tell them that you are in perfect condition now, you can get back to work, and you are actually looking for a job. Chances are, he/she will be the one to offer you your job back instead of you having to ask for it.

Good luck!

Answer 2

You'll never know unless you ask. Find some courage and do it. I know it can be intimidating, but chances are you left on better terms then you even remembered. I left a job on good terms, but was intimidated to ask to come back six months later. I came back and everyone was happy to see me again. Another six months passed and I dumped that job for a better one. HA HA SUCKERS!!

Answer 3

If you left on good terms, give them a call.

One way to find out, Ask,

Good luck.

(( Even if the can't ask if you can use them for a reference.)