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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Healthcare IT Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the IT infrastructure within a healthcare environment, ensuring that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently. This role requires a deep understanding of both healthcare operations and IT systems, as well as the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly. The Healthcare IT Technician will work closely with medical staff to ensure that all technology used in patient care is functioning correctly and securely. This includes managing electronic health records (EHR), ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and providing training to staff on new technologies. The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a strong technical background, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff. This is a critical role that directly impacts the quality of patient care, and we are looking for someone who is passionate about using technology to improve healthcare outcomes.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Maintain and support healthcare IT infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provide training to staff on new technologies.
- Monitor system performance and security.
- Install and configure hardware and software.
- Collaborate with medical staff to understand IT needs.
- Perform regular system backups and updates.
- Develop and implement IT policies and procedures.
- Assist in the integration of new technologies.
- Provide on-call support for IT emergencies.
- Document IT processes and procedures.
- Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
- Manage user accounts and access controls.
- Coordinate with vendors for IT services and products.
- Conduct regular audits of IT systems.
- Support telehealth and remote patient monitoring systems.
- Maintain inventory of IT equipment.
- Stay updated on the latest healthcare IT trends and technologies.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT support, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Strong understanding of healthcare IT systems and regulations.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of network and server management.
- Experience with data backup and recovery.
- Familiarity with healthcare compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Experience with IT security best practices.
- Ability to provide training and support to non-technical staff.
- Willingness to stay updated on the latest IT trends and technologies.
- Experience with telehealth systems is a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Experience with IT project management.
- Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar are a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with healthcare IT systems?
- How do you ensure compliance with healthcare regulations in your IT work?
- What steps do you take to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to train staff on new technology?
- How do you manage data integrity and confidentiality in a healthcare setting?
- What experience do you have with electronic health records (EHR) systems?
- How do you stay updated on the latest healthcare IT trends and technologies?
- Can you describe a challenging IT project you worked on and how you managed it?
- What strategies do you use to ensure system security and performance?
- How do you handle IT emergencies and provide on-call support?