Frequently Asked Questions
All newly hired staff of NewYork-Presbyterian Queens receive their own personal copy of the Employee Handbook in order to better understand their rights and privileges as an employee of our institution. The Employee Handbook is designed to provide a review of Human Resources policies, procedures, and benefit programs; to promote communication and understanding between staff and supervisors; and to outline workplace expectations and guidelines.
Have Questions?
When am I eligible for vacation?
When am I eligible to use personal days?
What happens to any unused vacation/personal time at the end of the year?
What about sick time, can I carry that over?
What do I do if I am sick and unable to come to work?
When should I bring in a doctor’s note?
What are the hospital's recognized holidays?
What if I am scheduled to work on a holiday?
How do I know how much vacation, personal, and sick time I am eligible to take?
When do we get paid?
Where do I pick up my paycheck?
Employment
Am I eligible to transfer to another position?
How do I apply for transfer?
What happens once I am placed on the transfer request list?
Employee Health Services
If I become sick, while at home, may I use Employee Health Services as my primary medical care?
What do I do if I become sick or injured while on duty and Employee Health Services is closed?
What do I do if I am injured on-the-job?
Am I entitled to a copy of my Employee Health Services records?
Employee Relations
How do I resign?
What is the process for jury duty?