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Health Unit Assistant-4W Med/Surg-Methodist West

UnityPoint Health
West Des Moines, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026
  • Area of Interest: Administrative and Clerical
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.6
  • Department: Med/Surg 4- West
  • Shift: Days 6:30A-7:00P, with rotating holidays/24 hrs per week
  • Job ID: 176780

Overview

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 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

Performs clerical duties on the nursing unit and assists in coordinating the efforts of the health team members by receiving and disseminating information. Acts as a receptionist in patient-care areas.


Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: Must be familiar with word processing software and basic computer skills. Previous healthcare experience preferred. One year experience in business or secretarial environment preferred.

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

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