ON-DEMAND SHIFTS

Flexible Healthcare StaffingWhen You Need It.

Fill sudden absences, peak demand, or short-term requirements with verified healthcare professionals, available on your schedule.

Healthcare professional accepting an on-demand shift on the MedLynk app
Verified Professionals
Every professional is credential-verified before they can accept a shift.
Flexible Engagements
Post and fill shifts on your own schedule, whenever you need cover.
Transparent Professional Fee
The Professional Fee is agreed upfront, with nothing hidden.
Hassle-free Process
Booking, tracking and settlement are all handled in the app.

Why Choose On-Demand Shifts?

Addresses Immediate Needs
Fill sudden absences or last-minute requirements quickly.
Flexible & Scalable
Scale your workforce up or down based on demand.
Verified Professionals
Access pre-verified healthcare professionals you can rely on.
Quality Patient Care
Ensure continuity of care with skilled and experienced professionals.
Hassle-Free Management
Simple booking, automated timesheets, and smooth payouts.

How On-Demand Shifts Work

Simple for institutions. Seamless for professionals.

For Institutions

1
Post a Shift
Share your requirement with date, time, and specialty.
2
Review & Confirm
Receive interested responses and review profiles. Select your preferred professional.
3
Shift Confirmed
Professional joins the shift and provides care seamlessly.
4
Approve & Close
Approve the timesheet once the shift is completed.

For Professionals

1
Find Opportunities
Browse shift opportunities that match your skills and availability.
2
Express Interest
View shift details and express your interest.
3
Get Confirmed
Once selected, you'll receive shift details and confirmation.
4
Complete & Earn
Complete the shift and receive your Professional Fee on time.
Professional Fee
As agreed with the healthcare professional.
Full Payment to Professionals
Professionals receive their agreed Professional Fee in full, with no platform fee deducted.
Secure Payment Process
The applicable shift amount is secured in advance before the booking is confirmed. After the shift is completed and approved, payment is released to the professional.
Our Commitment

We are committed to transparency, fairness, and timely payments for every professional on the platform.

On-Demand Shifts: Frequently Asked Questions

What is an On-Demand Shift?

An On-Demand Shift enables healthcare institutions to meet short-term and immediate workforce requirements by engaging verified healthcare professionals for specific shifts or time periods.

How is the Professional Fee determined?

The Professional Fee is communicated before the booking is confirmed and is as per the applicable MedLynk professional fee schedule / agreed terms for the engagement.

Is anything deducted from the professional’s fee?

Professionals receive their agreed Professional Fee in full. No MedLynk platform fee is deducted from the professional’s Professional Fee. Any applicable statutory deductions, such as TDS, will be made as required by law.

How are professionals paid?

Once the shift is completed and the required timesheet or completion is approved, payment is released to the professional in accordance with the applicable payment and settlement process.

Does the institution need to secure the payment before the shift is confirmed?

Yes. The applicable amount for a confirmed shift is secured in advance before the booking is confirmed. This supports a secure and timely payment process following completion of the shift.

Can an institution cancel or modify a shift?

Cancellation or modification is subject to the applicable MedLynk cancellation and refund terms. Institutions should review the applicable policy before confirming a shift.

The other ways to work with MedLynk

Institutions and professionals can use all three models side by side — one account covers everything.

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