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On-call grief counseling is available by phone at 213-808-1700.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2023

On-call medical employees for the Scarborough Health Network, which operates hospitals in Toronto, have been asked to come into work until the issue is resolved.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2022

On-call staff must be able to turn up within 30-60 minutes.

From Economist • Oct. 12, 2017

On-call nurses can be contacted anytime in emergencies.

From Washington Times • Apr. 29, 2016

On-call work and last-minute scheduling are becoming increasingly common for employees across a spectrum of industries in the U.S., from retail to fast food.

From US News • Jul. 29, 2014




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