How to Sync On-Call Schedules to Physician Calendars
Physicians should not have to search for spreadsheets, PDFs, emails, or websites to determine whether they are on call. ONCALL Orchestrate automatically publishes physician schedules using ICS calendar feeds that synchronize directly with mobile devices and desktop calendars.
When schedules change, physicians immediately see updated coverage information on the calendars they already use every day.
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Why Traditional Schedule Distribution Fails
Supported Calendar Platforms
Benefits of ICS Calendar Synchronization
Always Up To Date
Schedule changes automatically appear on physician calendars without manual updates.
Fewer Missed Coverage Assignments
Doctors can immediately see primary call, backup call, weekend coverage, and holiday coverage.
No Additional App Required
Physicians use the calendar applications they already rely on every day.
Supports Multiple Schedules
Coverage schedules, clinic schedules, vacations, and specialty assignments can coexist.
Higher Physician Adoption
Calendar synchronization eliminates the need to remember websites, logins, or passwords.
Improved Communication
Everyone sees the same schedule information from a single source of truth.
What Physicians See On Their Calendar
Example On-Call Event
Facility: Staten Island University Hospital
Coverage: Cardiology Call Coverage
Start: Friday 5:00 PM
End: Monday 7:00 AM
Response Requirement: 15 Minutes
Backup Coverage: Assigned Backup Physician
Escalation Contact: Department Leadership
Schedule Changes Update Automatically
How ONCALL Orchestrate Simplifies Physician Scheduling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ICS calendar feed?
An ICS feed is a standard calendar format that automatically synchronizes schedule information between systems and calendar applications.
Can physicians use their iPhone calendar?
Yes. ONCALL Orchestrate schedule feeds can be synchronized with Apple Calendar on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
Does calendar synchronization work with Outlook?
Yes. Outlook, Microsoft 365, Exchange, and other calendar platforms support ICS subscriptions.
What happens when schedules change?
Schedule changes automatically update the physician's subscribed calendar feed.
Can multiple schedules be displayed together?
Yes. Physicians can view on-call schedules alongside clinic schedules, vacations, meetings, and personal calendars.