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How to Create a Block of Shifts

Group existing shifts into a single block so locums can book them together. Blocks can be Optional (locums choose some shifts) or Mandatory (locums must take the full block). Blocks can also span multiple locations if needed.

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Written by Sarah Murray
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Steps

  1. Open Shifts
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    • Go to Shifts from the main navigation.
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    • In the left panel under All Shifts, select Shifts.

2. Filter the list (Optional)
Use Date range, Job type, Region, or Add filter to narrow results.
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3. Select shift(s)
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  • Tick the checkbox beside each shift you want in the block.

Tip: You can include shifts from multiple locations.
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4. Choose Make Block
Click the green Options button → select Make Block.
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5. Set the block type
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  • Optional – locums can book/apply for any of the shifts within the block.
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  • Mandatory – locums can only book/apply for the entire block.

6. Create the block
Click Make Block.
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7.View your block
Go to Blocks (left panel under All Shifts) to see the new block.
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Notes

  • Compliance/region differences: If your selected shifts cross jurisdictions, you’ll be unable to proceed with creating the block.

  • What locums see: On web and mobile, multi‑location blocks are marked accordingly, and locums must acknowledge any aggregated requirements before applying.

Troubleshooting

  • Make Block option is greyed out: Ensure you have selected two or more shifts. Blocks cannot be created from a single shift.
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  • Unable to create a block across Jurisdictions: Blocks can only be created from shifts within the same country. You’ll need to create separate blocks for each jurisdiction.
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  • Need help? Click the chat button in the bottom‑right corner of the screen to message our support team.

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