Patient Registration Specialist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlan County Health System in Alma, Nebraska is seeking a dependable Night Registration/Patient Care Technician to support nighttime patient care operations. The role includes patient registration and assisting nursing staff in ER and inpatient settings.

The position is full-time with a night shift 6:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m., weekend/holiday rotation, and eligible for shift differential. High school diploma/GED is required; BLS certification upon hire or within 90 days is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification upon hire or within 90 days.
• PCT training or healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Professional, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients accurately and professionally.
• Collect and verify demographic and insurance information.
• Answer phone calls and assist with communication between departments.
• Support nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Accurately document patient information and care activities.
• Follow safety and infection-control procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School diploma/GED

BLS certification upon hire

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Harlan County Health System - Alma, NE 68920-2132Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Admin - ClericalHarlan County Health System is seeking a dependable and compassionate Night Registration/Patient CareTechnician to join our team in Alma, Nebraska.

This position supports nighttime patient care operations by completing patient registration and assisting nursing staff with basic patient care in the Emergency Room and inpatient setting.

Position Details:

• Full-time
• Night shift: 6:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Eligible for Shift differential
• Includes rotation of weekends and holidays
• Provides both registration and patient care support

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and register patients accurately and professionally
• Collect and verify demographic and insurance information
• Answer phone calls and assist with communication between departments
• Support nursing staff with basic patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Accurately document patient information and care activities
• Follow safety and infection-control procedures

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• BLS certification upon hire or within 90 days
• PCT training or previous healthcare experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and computer skills
• A professional, patient-centered approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team

HCHS is an equal opportunity employer.

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