Health Unit Assistant- NICU

UnityPoint Health•Des Moines, IA

13d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical terminology needed.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
40 wpm typing.
Personable with good phone etiquette.
Must be able to transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.

Nice To Haves

UNIT CLERK EXPERIENCE, OR EXPERIENCE IN A MEDICAL OFFICE SETTING PREFERRED.

Responsibilities

Prioritizes dissemination of information using available technology.
Assists with maintaining readiness of patient care equipment.
Effectively and accurately maintains patient records.
Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
Balances team and individual responsibilities; open and objective to other’s views; gives them welcome feedback; contributes to positive team goals; and puts the success of the team above own interests.
Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.
Manages supplies and patient care supplies i.e., order, obtain and store supplies.
Stocks bedside carts and alcoves.
Washes various types of beds used in NICU (warmers, incubators, cribs).