Health Unit Assistant-West-Methodist West

Area of Interest:
Administrative and Clerical

Department:
Orthopedic 3
- West

Shift: 6:30 a.m.

- 7 p.m. (every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays); 36 hrs/wk

Job

FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9

The Health Unit Assistant (HUA) 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 HUA serves as a central point of contact for staff, patients, families, and other departments, assisting with administrative functions, patient flow, and unit activities.

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:

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) 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.

• Welcome and assist patients, visitors, and staff with professionalism and courtesy.
• Answer and direct phone calls and unit communications promptly and accurately.
• Manage multiple tasks and requests efficiently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Update and maintain patient records in the electronic health record (EHR) system in accordance with documentation and privacy standards.
• Support patient flow by coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges in collaboration with nursing and admitting staff.
• Assist with scheduling diagnostic tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments as directed.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with multidisciplinary team members to support patient care and safety.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Assist with orienting new staff to the role.
• Maintain office equipment and supplies as directed.
• Perform additional clerical and support duties as assigned.

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

1 year of previous clerical, customer service or other experience in a healthcare setting required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused.