• Unit Clerk

    UnityPoint Health (Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Administrative and Clerical

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.6

    + Department: Cardiology N3- Meth

    + Shift: 7am-730pm with holiday rotation with potential every 4th weekend; 24 hrs/wk

    + Job ID: 176124

    Overview

    The Unit Clerk provides essential administrative and clerical support to ensure smooth operations within a healthcare unit. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Unit Clerk serves as a central point of contact for staff, patients, families, and other departments, assisting with administrative functions, patient flow, and assisting with unit activities.

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    • Prioritizes dissemination of information using available technology.

    • Assists with maintaining readiness of patient care equipment.

    • Effectively and accurately maintains patient records.

    • Manages supplies and patient care supplies, i.e., order, obtain and store supplies.

    • Must be able to transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.

    • Must be able to manipulate cart loaded with supplies.

    Qualifications

    Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

     

    Experience: Unit clerk experience or experience in a medical office setting preferred.

     

    License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

     

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends, and speaks fluent English. Multicultural Sensitivity. Microsoft Office-basic computer skills. Customer/Patient focus. Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions