When a hospital needs coverage across more than five dates, they can post those shifts together for extended coverage. You’ll see the full group of shifts in one listing, so you can plan ahead and pick up as many or as few of the shifts that work for your schedule, as well as see the full payout amount for your selected dates.
Why extended coverage shifts are worth a look
- See the whole picture up front. Every shift for the coverage period appears together, with shift details and a total payout for the full group of shifts.
- Work on your terms. Request only the shifts that fit your schedule. You don’t have to request a minimum number of shifts.
- Build continuity. Covering multiple days at the same hospital means less ramp-up time, more familiarity with the team, and a steadier stretch of work.
How It Works
1. Look for shifts labeled as extended coverage
Extended coverage shifts show all of the hospital’s shifts for that stretch together.
2. Review the shift details and total payout, and select which shifts you want to request
Check the dates, shift details, and total payout for your selection. Every shift shares the same details, and you are able to negotiate on rate and hours on each individual shift as usual. Each week of the request appears collapsed, and dates without another confirmed Roo shift are preselected. You can adjust the dates you want to request to what works best for you.
3. Get confirmed.
The hospital reviews all requests and chooses the coverage that works best for them. You may be confirmed for all or just some of the shifts you requested. As with any shift on Roo, you’re not committed until you get confirmed by the hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to request every shift in the block?
No. Request as many or as few shifts as you’d like. There’s no minimum.
What does the total payout show?
The total payout reflects your selection, so you can see what the entire group is worth at a glance.
Can other Vets request shifts in the same block?
Yes. Hospitals review all requests for the extended coverage period together, so they may choose one Vet for the full stretch or several Vets to share it.