Whether you’re planning a vacation, need personal time, or require leave for any other reason, submitting your request correctly ensures smooth communication and scheduling.
Step 1: Navigate to the Scheduler
Log in to your Pabau account, and in the left sidebar menu, go to Team, then click on "Schedule".
Step 2: Select a Slot for the Time Off Request
Once you access the Scheduler, first ensure you have selected the correct location (if your clinic has multiple locations) and the appropriate date for your time off request.
Next, locate your name in the staff list on the left side of the Scheduler. Find an empty time slot on the chosen date - this is similar to how you would select a slot when creating a shift.
Click on the empty slot to proceed.
Step 3: Access the Leave Option
After selecting the empty slot, a modal window will open. Click "More options" at the bottom right to see all shift types, including Leave.
Step 4: Choose the Leave Type
A dropdown will open showing all available types. Select the relevant leave type (e.g., Vacation, Sick Leave, Compassionate Leave, Unpaid Leave, AWOL, or Other).
Step 5: Submit the Leave Request
Once the leave type is selected, set the start and end dates for the request. The location will default to the employee's assigned clinic, and you can add any optional staff comments.
On the right, the Day Digest panel shows helpful context for the selected date(s) — including how busy the location usually is, the employee's usual working days and recent shift history, and overall coverage for that day (e.g., "Well covered"). This can help you decide whether the leave date works well before confirming.
Once everything looks correct, click "Create Shift" to submit the request.
Step 5: Submit the Leave Request
Once the leave type is selected, set the start and end dates for the request. The location will default to the employee's assigned clinic, and you can add any optional staff comments.
On the right, the Day Digest panel shows helpful context for the selected date(s) — including how busy the location usually is, the employee's usual working days and recent shift history, and overall coverage for that day (e.g., "Well covered"). This can help you decide whether the leave date works well before confirming.
Once everything looks correct, click "Create Shift" to submit the request.
What happens next
Once submitted, the leave request will appear on the schedule for that staff member, marked with an airplane icon on the relevant days. Hovering over it shows the leave type and date range.
The request will also be visible in the Leave Tracker, where it can be reviewed and approved.
By following these steps, you can easily request time off, helping maintain accurate scheduling and clear communication.
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