How Airlocum Works

Think of us like Uber:

  • Practices post shifts when they need cover.

  • Our algorithm notifies the best-matched locums.

  • You accept or decline based on your availability.

We’re the platform — practices choose who to book.


Why You Might Not See Requests

  1. Travel Distance Too Small – Increase your mileage radius in your profile.

  2. Availability Calendar Not Updated – Mark days as available (no grey diagonal line).

  3. Hourly Rate Too High – Check local market rates and adjust if needed.

  4. Fewer Practices Nearby – Consider expanding your travel radius.


How to Get More Shifts

  • Expand your travel distance (biggest impact).

  • Check Unclaimed Shifts regularly.

  • Keep your phone nearby — shifts fill fast.

  • Add Airlocum to your phone’s home screen for instant notifications.


Optimise Your Profile

  • Add a professional photo (boosts requests).

  • Keep availability up to date.

  • Maintain competitive hourly rates.


Performance = Priority

Our algorithm prioritises:

  • Distance from practice

  • Reliability score (90%+ recommended)

  • Star rating (4.5+ stars)

  • Engagement (check-in feature, fast responses)


💡 Tip: Contact support if you’re unsure why requests are low — we can review your settings and even reach out to practices on your behalf.