How Hirings Works on Go4
Learn how Athletic Trainers are matched to your shifts, how the hiring process works, and what actions you may need to take to secure coverage for your event.
Go4 connects Athletic Trainers with organizations seeking per diem coverage. Once an Athletic Trainer applies for a shift, the organization reviews applicants and determines who will be offered the opportunity.
Understanding the hiring process can help you secure coverage quickly and confidently.
Step 1: Post a Shift
The hiring process begins when you create and post your job on Go4.
To attract qualified Athletic Trainers, be sure your shift includes:
- Accurate event details
- Event location
- Date and time
- Competitive compensation rate
- Any special requirements or expectations
- A designated Job Contact
Tip: Shifts with clear details and competitive compensation often secure coverage within 3 days of posting the job.
Step 2: Athletic Trainers Apply
Once your job has been posted, qualified Athletic Trainers can review the opportunity and submit applications.
You may receive applications from multiple Athletic Trainers depending on factors such as:
- Market demand
- Compensation rate
- Event location
- Timing of the shift
- Local Athletic Trainer availability
As applications are received, they will appear within your Go4 account for review.
Important Note: An application is simply an Athletic Trainer's way of expressing interest in working your shift. An application does not mean the Athletic Trainer has been hired or is scheduled to work the event.
To secure coverage, you must first review and accept an applicant, and the Athletic Trainer must then confirm the shift in the Go4 app.
Step 3: Review Applicants
As Athletic Trainers apply to your shift, their applications will become available for review within your Go4 account.
You can review applicants and determine which Athletic Trainer best fits your needs based on factors such as:
- Professional experience
- Credentials and licensure
- Previous experience with your organization
- Reliability score
- Profile information
Applications remain active for 7 days after they are submitted. During that time, you may review applicants and select the Athletic Trainer you'd like to hire.
Application Expiration
Athletic Trainer applications automatically expire after 7 days if no hiring decision is made. If an application expires, the Athletic Trainer may choose to re-apply if they remain interested in the opportunity.
Step 4: Accept or Decline Applicants
After reviewing applicants, you can decide how you'd like to proceed with each Athletic Trainer.
You may:
- Accept the Athletic Trainer you'd like to hire for the shift.
- Decline applicants who are not the right fit for the opportunity.
If you accept an Athletic Trainer:
- They will receive a notification via email and through an in-app notification.
- The shift status will update to Accepted.
- The Athletic Trainer must confirm the shift before coverage is officially secured.
If you decline an Athletic Trainer:
- They will be notified that they were not selected for the opportunity via email and through an in-app notification.
- They will no longer be considered for that shift unless they submit a new application and are reconsidered.
Important Note: Accepting an Athletic Trainer does not immediately secure coverage. Go4 uses a double-confirmation process, meaning the Athletic Trainer must also confirm the shift before they are officially scheduled to work the event.
Best Practice
If you've decided not to move forward with an applicant, consider declining them rather than leaving the application pending. This provides clarity to Athletic Trainers and helps them pursue other opportunities without waiting for a hiring decision.
Step 5: Athletic Trainer Confirms the Shift
Once you accept an Athletic Trainer, they will receive a notification that they have been selected for the shift.
To secure coverage, the Athletic Trainer must log into the Go4 app and confirm that they are available and committed to working the shift.
Until the Athletic Trainer completes this confirmation, the shift is not fully staffed.
Athletic Trainer Confirmation Required
Go4 uses a double-confirmation process to ensure both parties have agreed to work together. After being accepted, the Athletic Trainer has 48 hours to log into the Go4 app and confirm the shift. If they do not confirm within that timeframe, the acceptance will expire and you'll have the opportunity to hire another applicant.
Step 6: Coverage is Secured
Once the Athletic Trainer confirms the shift, the status will update to Confirmed.
At this point:
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Coverage has been secured
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Contact information becomes available to both parties
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Both parties can begin coordinating event logistics
Important Note: A shift is not considered staffed until the Athletic Trainer reaches a Confirmed status.
FAQs
When can Athletic Trainers start applying to my shift?
Athletic Trainers can begin applying as soon as your shift is published and visible on the platform.
Does an application mean the Athletic Trainer is working my shift?
No. An application simply indicates that an Athletic Trainer is interested in the opportunity.
You must still review applicants, choose who you'd like to work with, and the Athletic Trainer must confirm the shift before coverage is secured.
How long do I have to review applicants?
Applications remain active for 7 days after they are submitted.
If no hiring decision is made within that timeframe, the application will automatically expire.
What happens when an application expires?
If an application expires, the Athletic Trainer is no longer being considered for the shift.
However, they may choose to submit a new application if they remain interested in the opportunity.
Can multiple Athletic Trainers apply for the same shift?
Yes. Multiple Athletic Trainers may apply, allowing you to review candidates and select the individual who best fits your needs.
How do I choose an Athletic Trainer?
You can review each applicant's profile, credentials, experience, and other available information before making your hiring decision.
What happens when I accept an Athletic Trainer?
The Athletic Trainer will receive a notification and be prompted to confirm the shift through the Go4 app.
The shift is not considered staffed until the Athletic Trainer confirms.
Can I decline an applicant?
Yes. You can decline applicants who are not the right fit for your opportunity.
Declining applicants helps provide clarity to Athletic Trainers and allows them to pursue other opportunities.
How long does an Athletic Trainer have to confirm a shift?
Athletic Trainers have 48 hours to confirm a shift after being accepted.
If they do not confirm within that timeframe, the acceptance will expire.
What happens if an Athletic Trainer doesn't confirm?
If an Athletic Trainer does not confirm within 48 hours, the acceptance will expire and you'll have the opportunity to hire another applicant.
When is coverage officially secured?
Coverage is officially secured once the Athletic Trainer reaches a Confirmed status.
A shift is not considered staffed while it is in an Accepted status.
When can I contact the Athletic Trainer?
Once a shift reaches Confirmed status, contact information becomes available so both parties can coordinate event details and logistics.
What if I don't receive any applications?
If your shift is not receiving applications, consider:
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Increasing the compensation rate
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Posting further in advance
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Reviewing your shift details for accuracy and completeness
What if my confirmed Athletic Trainer calls out?
If a confirmed Athletic Trainer calls out, Go4 will automatically begin remarketing the shift to other qualified Athletic Trainers in the area.
Depending on the timing and circumstances, the Athletic Trainer's Reliability Score may also be impacted.
Can I remove an accepted or confirmed Athletic Trainer?
Yes. Job Posters have the ability to remove Athletic Trainers from shifts if necessary.
However, cancellation policies and fees may apply depending on the timing of the change.
What if I accidentally accepted the wrong Athletic Trainer?
If the Athletic Trainer has not yet confirmed, you may be able to remove them and proceed with another applicant. If the shift has already been confirmed, cancellation policies may apply.