Sickness is one thing people don’t plan for. It comes when you least expect it. As a worker, falling sick affects your productivity because most times, you need time off to see a doctor.
This is where calling in sick is especially crucial. Calling in sick simply means giving them adequate notice to an employer before taking a sick leave.
As a Walmart associate, especially if you’ve worked there for a while, you know that calling in sick is normal. You have to follow the proper procedure when calling in sick to avoid being penalized.
This post will take you through all you need to know about calling in sick as a Walmart associate. That includes, how and when to call in sick and the process of doing so.
How Do You Call In Sick At Walmart?
As a Walmart associate, you can call in sick by calling the number 1-800-775-5944. After you dial the number, you are required to enter the following details:
- Store Number.
- Walmart Identification Number (WIN) (This is the unique identification code you’re giving when you start working at Walmart).
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Brief Details of the Sickness.
You will receive an Absence Confirmation Number (CAN) and be referred to the manager at your store. If you’re an eligible associate, you will receive leave and you’re entitled to sick pay while you’re on leave.
How Do I Call In Sick At Walmart Without The Number?
If for whatever reason you can’t reach the Walmart number to call in sick, you have the option of using the OneWalmart Website. OneWalmart is a platform for Walmart to file complaints and get information. You can follow the steps below to call in Sick on the OneWalmart website.
. Visit the OneWalmart website. Enter your login details to log into your account.
. Click on ‘Report absence’ from the options on the page.
. Enter your DOB, WIN, and Store number in the required boxes.
. You have to select from one of the three options there. (Reporting a late absence, an absence on that day, or absence the next day).
. Finally, you need to write a summary of the sickness symptoms.
How Early Before A Shift Can You Call In Sick At Walmart?
As a Walmart associate, you’re expected to call in sick or report an absence at least three hours before the start of your shift. If it was an accident or an emergency, you need to call in as soon as you can, preferably one hour before your shift starts. Reach out to this emergency number 1-800-775-5944 as soon as you can.
How To Report An Absence At Walmart?
If for any reason you’re going to be away from work as a Walmart associate, you need to report your absence before the start of your shift. There are two ways to report an absence at Walmart.
The first is to call Sedgwick to help you report an absence to Walmart. Your report will be transferred to your facility. The other option is to call 800-492-5678 to report your absence from work.
What Do You Need To Call-In-Sick At Walmart?
To call-in-sick at Walmart, you need the following details. You will be required to fill in the details. You need the following
- Walmart Store Number
- Walmart Identification Number (WIN)
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Confirmation Number (you will be provided with this number after they receive your report).
Who Do I Report My Absence To At Walmart?
As a Walmart associate, you’re required to report your absence to your store manager. The store manager has to call another staff member to cover your shift while you’re gone. If it’s an emergency, maybe you fall sick during your shift, you can either report to HR or the store manager.
Does Walmart Pay For Sick Leave?
Yes. Walmart will pay you for the sick leave as long as you followed the adequate procedure and called in sick. Walmart adheres to the Paid Sick Leave Law which prescribes payment for associates who can’t work as a result of a sickness or an injury.
Note that the Paid Sick Leave law doesn’t apply in all states. Also, it applies to full-time, temporary, part-time associates.
What If I Call In Sick Late At Walmart?
If for any reason you call-in-sick later or you don’t report your absence as a Walmart associate, you will be given a point. A point is like a warning for Walmart associates who take unauthorized absence.
A Walmart associate will get 1 point if the associate is absent on any day between Thursday and Sunday. An associate will earn up to 3 points for being absent on a holiday or any other important date.
If an associate gets up to 5 to 9 points, the associate loses the My share bonus. In severe cases, the associate stands the risk of termination.
How Many Times Or Days Can A Walmart Associate Call-In-Sick?
A Walmart associate can call-in-sick 4 to 5 times within six months. As long as the associate has worked for over six months at Walmart. An associate who has worked for less than six months at Walmart may get a point for calling in sick that many times.
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