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University of Iowa

Temp Clerk II

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Temp Clerk II Posting ID 161202 Department Safety & Security/UIHC Jobcode Clerk II Working Title Temp Clerk II Details The University of Iowa Health Care department of Safety and Security is seeking ...

University of Iowa

Temp Clinical Technician

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Temp Clinical Technician Posting ID 161122 Department Anesthesiology/UIHC Jobcode Clinical Technician I Working Title Temp Clinical Technician Details The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics ...

Musco Sports Lighting

Temp Accounting Assistant

Oskaloosa, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Temp Accounting Assistant Location: Oskaloosa, IA | Musco Sports Lighting Musco Lighting, the ... Accuracy working with numbers * High school diploma * Works well with others in a team environment ...

Lely

Assembler/Dry Ice Operator TEMP position

Pella, IA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Job Type Temporary Description JOB TITLE: Assembler / Dry Ice Operator ( TEMPORARY - through Mid ... Being truthful and fair is essential in our way of working Equal Opportunity Employer: Lely ...

Story County, IA

Temporary Office Assistant

Nevada, IA · On-site

$18/hr

OA-TEMP 8.26 Department: Auditor's Office Opening Date: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: 8/21/2026 12:00 PM ... Benefits are pro-rated for employees working between 30-39 hours per week. The benefits available ...

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Temp Clerk II

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA • On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


Temp Clerk II
Posting ID
161202
Department
Safety & Security/UIHC
Jobcode
Clerk II
Working Title
Temp Clerk II
Details

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Safety and Security is seeking a Temp Clerk II to perform work related to visitor management such as computing and requiring independent judgment in the application of policies and procedures within the area of assignment and according to the stated guidelines. Duties will involve the use of Epic, computer terminals, and/or a variety of software and conventional office equipment. This position will be located at the entrances to the hospital, with the main responsibilities being checking in visitors, assisting with wayfinding as necessary, de-escalating situations with patients and visitors, providing real time feedback to Safety Ambassadors, and ensuring all entrance operations are running smoothly.

  • Knowledge of institution policies and procedures to relay information to visitors, patients, staff, vendor, etc.
  • Skill in operating office equipment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.
  • Ability to collect data, keep accurate records, and prepare reports.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.

Percent of Time: 50-100%

Schedule: Monday - Friday

5:00 am-01:30 pm

7:00 am-3:30 pm

11:00 am-7:30 pm

This is a temporary role. Merit temporary positions are limited to 780 hours per fiscal year.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Any combination of clerical office experience, undergraduate education, and/or post high school clerical training that is equivalent to one year of full-time employment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in computer software applications
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience training, managing, and providing feedback to staff
  • Experience using Epic
  • Knowledge of UI Health Care policies, procedures, and regulations

Contact
ASHLEY FITZPATRICK
Phone: 319-353-9804
Email: ashley-fitzpatrick@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions
Please send a copy of your resume to ashley-fitzpatrick@uiowa.edu. In the subject line, put 'Safety & Security Temp Clerk'. In the body, please indicate what position you are interested in.
Ad Start Date
07/28/2026
Ad End Date
08/24/2026

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