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End User Support Specialist
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What they do
A Help Desk Technician or Analyst provides technical support to computer users. Handles customer inquiries and works to resolve technical issues with computer hardware, software or networks. Provides customer support by phone, email, live chat or with screen sharing. May refer customers with complex system or application problems for more advanced technical support. Tracks help requests using a ticketing system.
$54,415 / year median in Idaho
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
Works incident and service requests to completion for all employees and clients of Kootenai Health in person at the desk side, using a remote tool or over the phone. Collaborates and works well with other IT teams. Provide support for desktops, laptops, thin clients, and mobile devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot printers, scanners, label printers, and other peripheral devices. Respond to and resolve incidents and service requests in a timely manner, maintaining high customer satisfaction. Assist users with common healthcare and business applications, including basic troubleshooting and escalation as needed. Deploy and configure operating systems and standard software packages. Maintain inventory of hardware and peripherals; assist with lifecycle management. Ensure adherence to HIPAA and organizational security standards. Document solutions and maintain knowledge base articles for recurring issues. Collaborate with network, server, and application teams for escalated issues. Complete assigned project work on time and with the highest level of quality.Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Associate degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience).Experience:
- Minimum 2 years in desktop/end-user support, preferably in healthcare.
- Strong knowledge of Windows OS, Microsoft Office Suite, and common healthcare applications.
- Familiarity with Active Directory, remote support tools, and ticketing systems.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.