Faculty Handbook 2020-2021

SUNY College of Optometry

Faculty Handbook 2020-21

Delta Dental DHMO (DeltaCare USA) For eligible employees, dental HMO-type program with no claims forms or maximums. The plan covers most preventive and diagnostic services at 100%. Reduced costs for basic restorative services. Orthodontic services are available for both children and adults. Vision Care Program Offers a comprehensive eye exam and one pair of glasses (or the benefit may be applied to contact lenses) once every twelve months for eligible UUP members and dependents. Group Life Insurance Is provided for all active UUP members in the Professional Services Negotiating Unit. The maximum benefit is $6,000. L. Attendance Records Faculty must certify their attendance and record absences on monthly forms provided by the Human Resources/Affirmative Action Office. All absences from work require prior approval. Sick leave should be called in to the appropriate department in accordance with department guidelines. Employees who are absent a full or partial day should charge accruals according to the number of sessions missed, i.e., three sessions would equal one and one-half days. Excessive use of sick leave may result in the employee being required to provide doctor's notes.

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