Chiefly
Chiefly provides a dedicated scheduling platform for graduate medical education programs, replacing manual spreadsheet coordination with automated, rule-based block schedule generation. The software centralizes schedule creation, adapts in real-time to shifting rotations, and detects conflicts, with a dedicated advisor supporting each program. Trusted by 20+ leading residency programs, Chiefly has demonstrated results such as saving Boston Children's 3,600+ hours in eight months.
- Healthcare Technology
- Software Only
- Enterprise Software
Funding
Founders
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Product
Problem
Creating and managing resident schedules is a time-consuming, error-prone process that relies on manual coordination, spreadsheets, or outdated tools. Administrative teams often spend weeks in Excel or Google Sheets making constant manual tweaks, leading to scheduling conflicts, administrative burden, and miscommunication that disrupts daily operations.
Solution
Chiefly provides a dedicated platform designed to simplify and streamline resident scheduling for Chiefs, Coordinators, and Program Directors. The software centralizes the entire scheduling workflow, allowing administrators to create, manage, and communicate shift assignments efficiently. Chiefly adapts in real-time as block schedules shift throughout the year, automatically handling the cascading "domino effect" of changes so teams are not stuck managing the ripple manually. By automating key tasks and providing a clear overview of availability, the platform reduces conflicts and saves significant administrative time, letting staff focus on supporting residents and delivering care.
Target Audience
Primary customers are Chiefs, Coordinators, and Program Directors in residency programs and healthcare organizations that manage resident schedules and need to reduce administrative workload.
Features
- Centralized dashboard for creating and managing resident schedules
- Real-time adaptation to shifting block schedules with automatic handling of cascading changes
- Tools to track and manage resident availability and time-off requests
- Automated conflict detection to prevent double-booking and shift overlaps
- Simplified communication features to notify residents of schedule updates
- Rule-based scheduling engine that loads program-specific requirements (e.g., ACGME compliance) and generates fully compliant schedules
- Scenario planning tool for testing different schedule configurations in real-time
- Dedicated scheduling advisor providing onboarding, training, and ongoing support