Desktop Support Specialist Intermediate

Provides support for a complex computing environment in the areas of hardware, software and networking to users both on and off the health system campus. Represents Anesthesiology on university-wide technology committees and provides support for special applications and projects for the department.

This position will work under the direct supervision of the MAISE IT Support Manager. On-the-job training in a health system environment will be provided and tailored to the individual based on their experience. The primary role is to learn the electronic health system for troubleshooting purposes and resolve issues with documentation and medical device integration.

• Provide EHR Support for EPIC MiChart Anesthesia documentation
• Provide direct support throughout Preop/OR/PACU, Inpatient and procedure units for medical device integration
• Management and troubleshooting of Capsule Hardware and Software
• Provide support for a complex computing environment in the areas of hardware, software and network to users
• Triage, document, troubleshoot, escalate, and resolve issues as necessary
• Provide training to users on software and hardware as needed
• Participate in 24x7 after hours on-call support rotation
• Act as liaison between customer and other Michigan Medicine departments.
• Installations, upgrades and troubleshooting of Capsule hardware and software
• Equipment management purchasing, receiving, un-boxing, deployment, tracking, and preparation for property disposition
• Anesthesia Department specific work related to hardware upgrades and customer moves, This is a day shift in-person position, working Monday ? Friday. Availability may range from 6:00am-5:00pm. Position will require occasional after hours and weekend work for projects. Position will also require participation in 24x7 on call rotation. The candidate will report to the MAISE IT Support Manager located at the Michigan Medical Academic Medical Center.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related field, or related experience, and 2 to 3 years of IT related work experience.
• Ability to provide application support including enterprise wide and department specific applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced IT environment while prioritizing and reprioritizing issues as they happen
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
• Embrace the importance of teamwork and willingness to work with team members to prioritize and resolve issues quickly
• Ability to identify root causes of technical problems while prioritizing tasks and time
• Documents all customer calls into the problem management system for tracking, trending, and problem escalation
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills
• Strong organizational, presentation and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people, internally and externally
• Ability to produce clear communications for diverse audiences using appropriate methods
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer support needs
• Understands the fundamentals of the OS (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
• Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity issues and knowledge of communication closet protocols
• Stay current in technology and continuous support improvements

• Maintain current knowledge of applications used enterprise wide

• Experience within a healthcare setting
• Experience with EPIC EHR or any other EHR
• Technical Writing - Understand and Develop workflow charts for troubleshooting
• On Call experience

We offer a benefits package that includes comprehensive training and career development opportunities, generous retirement savings plans, ample paid time off, and a wealth of family care support: https://careers.umich.edu/benefits

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.