Someone with insight into bonuses

I have a question regarding a sign on bonus. And yes, I know they are few and far between. I took a job six months ago that came with a sign on bonus. Our census has plummeted and we have be getting called off every other shift for the past couple of months. I have decided to leave and take a job much closer to home. I know that contractually I owe the bonus back. However, since the contract was also based on my getting full-time hours, shouldn't there be some recourse as to maybe only owing a portion of it back? Going from 72 hours a pay period to 48 has taken quite a bite.

Thanks for any info.
What does your contract say specifically?

It does not address in any way not being able to work full-time due to call-offs. Only if I choose not to work full time. Which was not the case. This has been an on-going situation for the past two months and doesn't show any indication of resolving any time soon. I have talked to HR and they are sending it up the ladder. HR lady seemed sympathetic and understanding but it's not her call to make. I am just trying to get all information possible in case I have to speak with someone above her position directly.

I'd ask your own lawyer to read the contract and interpret it for you. I would not depend upon the hospital system to give you an unbiased interpretation of your legal obligation. Unless it is a very small sum of money at stake, it is surely worth the investment to pay an attorney for their expert opinion.

Quote from BlueDevil,DNPI'd ask your own lawyer to read the contract and interpret it for you. I would not depend upon the hospital system to give you an unbiased interpretation of your legal obligation. Unless it is a very small sum of money at stake, it is surely worth the investment to pay an attorney for their expert opinion.

That was my next step. Thanks : )