Staffing Specialist

Overview

Location: West Des Moines, IA -Corporate Office, Workforce Optimization Center

Part-time, 4a-12p - Sat/Sun, Weekend package

We are seeking a Staffing Specialist to oversee day-to-day staffing operations for assigned departments, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal resource utilization. This role acts swiftly on short-notice staffing needs, coordinating and deploying staff to fill coverage gaps identified within 48 hours of a scheduled shift.

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

• Manage daily staffing operations for designated departments, including cancellations, call-ins, floating, and open shifts

• Adjust schedules to meet operational needs by securing additional staff or reducing coverage as needed

• Respond to sick calls and short-notice vacancies by recruiting available staff and allocating float/resource pool support within 48 hours of shift start

• Maintain accurate schedules and proficiency within the electronic staffing system, ensuring data integrity

• Communicate urgent staffing needs to leadership and support departmental initiatives and assigned projects

Qualifications

Education: 

• High School diploma/GED required
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 

• At least 1 year of professional experience including data entry, multitasking, and problem solving.
• Preferred: Staffing and scheduling experience