Registrar - Kellen Tower - FT - 3 Pm - 11 PM

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

3d•$32 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise. Emp Status Regular Full time Work Shift Day (United States of America) Compensation Range The base pay scale for this position is $32.49 - $33.47. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. What you will be doing Job Qualifications 3 PM - 11:15 PM Weekend requirement EDUCATION – Required High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses CERTIFICATION – Required American Heart Association Heartsaver CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE - Preferred Successful completion of a certified Patient Care Assistant training program EXPERIENCE – Required 1 year experience with patient Care Environment EXPERIENCE – Preferred 3-5 years of experience w th patient Care Environment SKILLS - Required Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong customer service orientation. SKILLS - Preferred Knowledge of RIS & PACS systems. General knowledge of XL & Word. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. HAZARDS Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials and Category 1 tasks are not a condition of employment. POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES Clinical Proficiency: Performs patient care duties as assigned and within scope. Collects objective data such as vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output. Assists RN / Prescriber with procedures as needed. Supports efficient triage/fast-tracking of patients. Obtains specimen collection as delegated. Prepares patients for examination, physical therapy, discharge, and procedures. Supports patients with all ADLs. Performs all patient care activities with compassion, dignity, and respect. Understands clinical workflows and priorities. Keeps patients safe by keeping patients within arms’s reach utilizing safe patient handling techniques. Standard Precautions & Aseptic Technique Infection Control - Understands principles of aseptic technique; observes the basic principles of aseptic technique. Demonstrates competency, safety, and use of Standard Precautions. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Follow infection control and safety procedures. Perform correct handwashing and use of alcohol-based sanitizers before/after patient care. Keeps the workspace clean and orderly. Complies with dress code policy and maintains a professional appearance (with natural fingernails neatly manicured and length of less than 1/4 inch long). Use the appropriate PPE. Inventory & Supply Management: Supports department organization and logistics. Provides feedback to the leadership team on supply/environmental needs. Performs unit procedures such as setting up oxygen, wheelchair/stretcher transport, and demonstrates safety with other units' equipment. Other procedures include checking unit refrigerators and recording temperatures on refrigerator daily logs, as applicable. Follows procedures for malfunctioning equipment as outlined by the department Documentation & Information Management: Maintains accurate documentation in the electronic health record, including medication Maintains the patient's medical records according to regulatory requirements and HSS policy. Upholds patient privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance). Follows hospital policy regarding sensitive patient information. Consistently adds self to the care team on the multi-provider schedule in EPIC. Documents patient care data into the EMR after collecting the data. Communication Competencies: demonstrate empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity. Provides timely feedback to the patient in a clear and concise manner. Follows an established chain of command, as defined by the unit/department standard, as applicable. Communicate effectively and professionally with prescribers, RNs and all members of the team, using appropriate medical terminology. Reports change in patient condition to the RN or prescriber in a timely manner. Gives verbal hand-offs and patient reports to RN and other colleagues, at breaks, change shifts and before leaving the clinical environment. Consistently communicates using respectful and courteous style. Communicates to an appropriate person if there are concerns with the work environment, when deadlines cannot be met and identify barriers to support resolution. I Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards. HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 16th year in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2025-2026). Our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent-candidates that align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunity for growth and success. Not ready to apply? Click Introduce Yourself at the top of the screen to join our Talent Community. Our patients say it best: We receive consistently high ratings from our patients for the quality of our doctors and our hospital. More than 3,000 have shared their experience in their own words. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses
American Heart Association Heartsaver
1 year experience with patient Care Environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service orientation.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a certified Patient Care Assistant training program
3-5 years of experience w th patient Care Environment
Knowledge of RIS & PACS systems.
General knowledge of XL & Word.

Responsibilities

Performs patient care duties as assigned and within scope.
Collects objective data such as vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output.
Assists RN / Prescriber with procedures as needed.
Supports efficient triage/fast-tracking of patients.
Obtains specimen collection as delegated.
Prepares patients for examination, physical therapy, discharge, and procedures.
Supports patients with all ADLs.
Performs all patient care activities with compassion, dignity, and respect.
Understands clinical workflows and priorities.
Keeps patients safe by keeping patients within arms’s reach utilizing safe patient handling techniques.
Understands principles of aseptic technique; observes the basic principles of aseptic technique.
Demonstrates competency, safety, and use of Standard Precautions.
Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Follow infection control and safety procedures.
Perform correct handwashing and use of alcohol-based sanitizers before/after patient care.
Keeps the workspace clean and orderly.
Complies with dress code policy and maintains a professional appearance (with natural fingernails neatly manicured and length of less than 1/4 inch long).
Use the appropriate PPE.
Supports department organization and logistics.
Provides feedback to the leadership team on supply/environmental needs.
Performs unit procedures such as setting up oxygen, wheelchair/stretcher transport, and demonstrates safety with other units' equipment.
Other procedures include checking unit refrigerators and recording temperatures on refrigerator daily logs, as applicable.
Follows procedures for malfunctioning equipment as outlined by the department
Maintains accurate documentation in the electronic health record, including medication Maintains the patient's medical records according to regulatory requirements and HSS policy.
Upholds patient privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance).
Follows hospital policy regarding sensitive patient information.
Consistently adds self to the care team on the multi-provider schedule in EPIC.
Documents patient care data into the EMR after collecting the data.
demonstrate empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity.
Provides timely feedback to the patient in a clear and concise manner.
Follows an established chain of command, as defined by the unit/department standard, as applicable.
Communicate effectively and professionally with prescribers, RNs and all members of the team, using appropriate medical terminology.
Reports change in patient condition to the RN or prescriber in a timely manner.
Gives verbal hand-offs and patient reports to RN and other colleagues, at breaks, change shifts and before leaving the clinical environment.
Consistently communicates using respectful and courteous style.
Communicates to an appropriate person if there are concerns with the work environment, when deadlines cannot be met and identify barriers to support resolution.