die Bereitschaftszeiten
Translation
on-call hours, standby periods, availability times
Examples
Der Arzt hat lange Bereitschaftszeiten.
The doctor has long on-call hours.
Die Bereitschaftszeiten werden extra vergütet.
The on-call hours are compensated separately.
Grammar Patterns
((the on-call hours)) The on-call hours are often at night.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rufbereitschaft, Pikettdienst
Etymology
Made up of 'Bereitschaft' (readiness/standby) and 'Zeiten' (times). Literally means 'standby times'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'times' (Zeiten) when a professional is in a state of 'readiness' (Bereitschaft) to work.