Marking Staff as Sick on Your Smartphone

If a staff member cannot work due to illness, you can mark them as sick using the RosterElf smartphone app. This ensures that the absence is recorded accurately and payroll is updated automatically. This guide walks you through the steps to record sick leave efficiently.

1. Introduction

1.1 Handling staff absences is essential for keeping your schedule organised and ensuring payroll accuracy. RosterElf simplifies this process with a feature that lets you record sick leave directly from your smartphone. By marking staff as sick, you ensure their leave is approved and reflected in payroll records. Follow the instructions below to complete this process in just a few taps.

1.2 If your staff use the Time Clock to clock in/out, you can also refer to our Recording staff as sick in Time Clock guide for additional options.

2. Steps to Mark Staff as Sick Using the Smartphone App

2.1 This section provides step-by-step instructions for recording sick leave in the RosterElf app.

2.1. Accessing the Roster

2.1.1 Open the RosterElf smartphone app.

2.1.2 Tap on the Roster tab located at the bottom right of your screen.

2.1.3 View today's roster to locate the staff member.

2.2. Updating the Shift

2.2.1 Select the staff member who is unable to attend their shift.

2.2.2 The Update Shift screen will open, allowing you to modify shift details.

2.3. Recording Sick Leave

2.3.1 Scroll to the bottom of the Update Shift screen.

2.3.2 Add a comment explaining the reason for the change, if necessary.

2.3.3 Tap Record Sick Leave to save the update.

3. Outcome

3.1 After completing these steps:

3.1.1 The staff member is marked as sick on the roster.

3.1.2 Their sick leave is automatically approved.

3.1.3 Payroll records will reflect this leave for processing.

3.2 This process ensures accurate records and simplifies absence management. For staff using the Time Clock, check out Recording staff as sick in Time Clock for alternative recording methods.

FAQs About Marking Staff as Sick on a Smartphone

1. How do I mark a staff member as sick in the RosterElf app?

To mark a staff member as sick, open the RosterElf app, go to the Roster tab, select the staff member's shift, and tap Record Sick Leave on the Update Shift screen. This updates the roster and payroll records automatically.

2. Can I add comments when marking someone as sick?

Yes, you can add comments on the Update Shift screen. Scroll to the bottom and input a reason or additional details before tapping Record Sick Leave.

3. Does marking a staff member as sick update payroll automatically?

Yes, once you mark a staff member as sick, their leave is automatically approved, and the payroll records are updated accordingly in RosterElf.

4. Where can I see if a staff member is marked as sick?

After recording sick leave, the staff member will appear as sick on the roster, ensuring their absence is logged and visible for scheduling purposes.

5. What should I do if my staff use the Time Clock instead of the app?

If your staff use the Time Clock, you can refer to the guide Recording staff as sick in Time Clock for detailed instructions on recording sick leave through the Time Clock.