Would you like to ensure your template supports you to roster efficiently and effectively? Here are some suggestions to achieve that. Please refer to the Tips - Review and update the roster demand template for the pdf version.
Plan review meeting at least annually and gather information such as previous rosters, budget activity, FTE, staffing profile and relevant reports.
Consider the number of unfilled duties, additional duties, roster warnings, unused contracted hours, and/or overtime occurring whilst using the current template.
Determine whether you would recommend the template be modified and if so, how. Gather evidence to justify your recommendation.
At the review meeting, present your recommendation and collaborate with relevant parties to achieve consensus on how to proceed.
If the recommended modification requires an increase in FTE, you will need to obtain approval from the relevant finance or business representative.
if a modification is recommended, complete the Demand Template Modification form and submit as per your Health Agency procedures.
Submit approval forms to the Local Roster Administrator to update the template. When updates, apply the template from the start of the next roster.
Continually monitor the template's ability to deliver the service Maintain demad daily in a current roster. Discuss potential improvement with your Manager.
