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1. Documentation, documentation, documentation. I would get more than just a doctor’s note. I would have the doctor write a detailed letter explaining your need for this procedure and the consequences of waiting.
2. Your health is #1. But companies don’t see it that way. To them, performance affects the business no matter the circumstance. I know someone who went through chemo and had to take care of a family member and they still are getting fired for “lack of engagement”. Be careful, look at other options and companies and cover yourself with a paper trail.
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Oh, hell no. Do not ever let your boss in on your medical details. They have no obligation to keep your info private. Get your doctor’s note and share it with HR only. Explain to HR that you’re having difficulty with your boss and have them do the dirty work of making sure your leave is approved. Don’t let your boss’ messed-up priorities impact your health. Do what you need to do. You’re not curing cancer and your own health comes first.
Your health is more important. What will the consequense be with your health if you dont follow trough the treatment?
Get the doctor note to avoid futher disccussions
I'm very sorry to hear that and I hope you feel better soon! Health should always come first. Your boss' thinking about taking time off for health issues seems very unfair on you. Is there someone else you can speak to at your firm? Allowing time off for health issues is like the most basic expectation from an employer..
I believe and would hope your manager will be a lot more understanding than you’re expecting. Health is number 1 priority always, no matter what.
And even if your boss isn’t happy about it, is that your concern? No. It’s theirs. Protect your health.
Again. And again. This breaks my heart so much. What is wrong with America that people really have to go through this? What type of a fucked up system is in place over there for someone who apparently desperately needs medical care, but having to stress about job and boss?! ☹️☹️
OP just get the help you need and honestly I think we both know that boss/company isnt the right thing for you if you have to question this in this specific moment
This is a tricky situation. It shouldn’t be an issue (it sounds like you are talking about federally-protected leave), but I’ve seen this go south despite legal protections.
The truth? Your boss probably won’t be happy. It sounds like they’re already dissatisfied with your performance. If you’re talking about a disability you knew about, the time to disclose to your employer is before it affects your performance (with HR, in writing).
You have to be healthy to perform. Whatever you’re dealing with will probably catch up with you eventually. The employee advocate in me wants to tell you to take care of yourself, full stop.
The “right” answer depends on details related to the nature of the leave. I’ve seen leaders respond well to requests, find ways to deny them, and put folks out to pasture after they return from leave.
It’s easy to tell you that you shouldn’t want to work for an employer that doesn’t care about your health, but I don’t pay your bills. Look into leave-related employment law (seek counsel) and be prepared to find something new if you sense possible retaliation.
The stress of exercising potential protections comes at a high cost. Much higher than finding something new while you’re still employed IMO. Don’t take this as legal advice.
Your health always comes first. If I was in your shoes, I would not worry about the impact to the project because I would begin planning an exit strategy. Undergoing a medical treatment is stressful enough. You deserve a supportive team who is messaging that the only thing that matters is you getting better. It’s not your fault that the project isn’t staffed properly to adjust for your treatment. That’s on your leadership. The only thing they should be saying to you is “ No problem! We care about you! Take the time you need. Don’t worry about the project.” So since that’s not happening, I would start looking for a different job. Screw them. You mean more than some project.
In your shoes, I’d ask this question directly to my manager and ask for an honest answer. Even if they say “yes, it will impact”, at least the anxiety/unknown element is gone and you can make an informed decision… in best case, your manager tells you that you’re crazy for even asking and conveys that your well-being is #1.