Please follow the steps below to create a shift on the Locumate App:
Access your account to begin creating a shift.
To post shifts on the Locumate platform, click the ‘+’ icon in the menu.
You will be prompted to select either Create a Shift or Create a Job:
Select Create a Shift for locum shifts.
Select Create a Job for permanent or full-time roles.
On the next screen, choose the date(s) for your shift:
For a single shift, select the required date.
For multiple shifts, select the desired dates (e.g., Monday, Tuesday, Friday).
Click ‘NEXT’ (top right corner) once you've selected the dates.
If you've selected multiple dates, you’ll be asked:
"Do you want this shift to be booked by the same pharmacy professional?"
Select Yes if you want a single locum to take the entire block of shifts.
Select No if you want different locums to pick up different dates.
Enter the opening and closing hours for each shift. You can also deselect specific dates if needed.
Click ‘NEXT’ to continue.
Set the pay rates on the next screen. You can specify different rates for weekdays and weekends.
Note: Rates are excluding superannuation. As you enter the base rate, the super component will be calculated and shown automatically.
Click ‘NEXT’ to proceed.
Provide detailed information about your pharmacy and shift requirements to help locums make informed decisions.
Tick all applicable boxes:
Travel payment (options include:
Capped Travel – Maximum daily travel allowance.
Full Travel – Based on distance or location.
No Travel)
Tip: If you've created a bulk shift with one locum selected for all dates, we recommend selecting "Capped Travel."
Accommodation provided (tick for first and last day pay if applicable)
Will pay for flights
Will pay for accommodation
Solo pharmacy professional
Dose Administration Aids
Number of technicians
Open/Close pharmacy
Immuniser required (select from: Not Required, Mandatory, or Nice to Have)
Language preference
Parking
Additional notes
Tip: Use Additional Notes to communicate specific shift requirements—e.g., technician start times, travel/accommodation info for long shifts, or any special conditions.
Click ‘NEXT’ to continue.
Select ‘Open Marketplace’ to post the shift to available locums.
You can choose when the shift becomes visible:
Now – Release it immediately
Later – Schedule for future release
Once selected, click ‘NEXT’.
Select how locums can accept the shift:
First Come, First Served – Locums can instantly accept and be booked.
Apply When Outside Radius – Recommended for regional pharmacies; allows discussion with locums outside a set distance (e.g., 200km).
Note: The Apply method is not recommended for urgent shifts, as it may delay booking.
Click ‘POST’ to publish the shift on the Locumate App.
Once posted, the platform will begin matching suitable locums to your pharmacy.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our Support Team at support@locumate.com.au.