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Unit Assistant II - Department Only - 200 W Medical-Surgical

CoxHealth

Springfield (MO)

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USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

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Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Unit Assistant II to join their team, providing essential support in a dynamic healthcare setting. This role requires effective communication skills and enrollment in a health science program. Candidates must have experience as a Unit Assistant I, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving abilities. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in healthcare and explore potential career paths.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match

Qualifications

  • Must be 16 years of age or older.
  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a high school or equivalent program.
  • Experience working as a Unit Assistant I at CoxHealth required.

Responsibilities

  • Complete duties under collaborative supervision of Unit Assistant Leadership.
  • Communicate effectively with care delivery team members.
  • Participate in shadow shifts to explore job opportunities.

Skills

Communication
Problem Solving
Flexibility

Education

High school enrollment or equivalent

Job description

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About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

  • Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
  • Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
  • Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
  • Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
  • Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
  • Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
  • For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

  • Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
  • Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
  • Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
  • Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
  • Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
  • Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
  • For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

The Unit Assistant II Will Be

Preferred: Enrolled in a Health Science Program

  • Only those currently working as a Unit Assistant I are eligible to apply to this role*
  • Job Summary
    • A Unit Assistant II completes duties as assigned under the collaborative supervision of Unit Assistant Leadership, as well as leadership and staff in the assigned career pathway. The Unit Assistant II communicates effectively with members of the care delivery team. Shadow shifts will be assigned that offer hands-on experience in entry-level roles within assigned area, to assist in exploration of job opportunities available at the end of their high school enrollment. After completing assigned shadow shifts, a Unit Assistant II will meet with an HR representative to discuss potential career paths and opportunities to advance their career in healthcare.
    • Exposed to the daily routines of healthcare workers.
    • Provided opportunities to identify career interests in healthcare.
    • Provided exposure to academic, technical, and personal skills required in healthcare professions.
    • Complete assigned task per department assigned.
  • Job Requirements
  • Education
    • Required: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a high school or high school equivalent program


  • Experience
  • Required: Employment as a CoxHealth Unit Assistant I
  • Skills
  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Able to communicate and work with a wide variety of staff, patients, and families
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Flexibility and ability to accept direction from members of the care team
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • N/A
Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Internship
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Temporary
Job function
  • Job function
    Health Care Provider
  • Industries
    Hospitals and Health Care

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