Help Desk Support
Description

Job Summary: Troubleshoot and provide technical assistance to support the needs of patient care providers and support staff by responding to phone calls, e-mails, and support tickets.   


 

Standards of Behavior  

William Newton Hospital’s Standards of Behavior allow a mechanism for holding each employee accountable and encourages us to "raise the bar".  


All employees are expected to familiarize themselves with the Standards and practice them daily.


i - Integrity

We act with unwavering moral principle,

transparency, and sincerity in every

interaction.

P - Patient-Centered

We meet patients where they are, ensuring

the are active participants in their care

journey. We prioritize the patient's physical

and emotional well-being over all else.

A - Accountability

We own our actions. We set clear

expectations and hold all team members to

the same high standards.

C - Compassion

We treat every patient, family member, and

colleague with kindness, empathy, and

dignity.

E - Excellence

We approach every task, large or small, with

enthusiasm. We continually pursue mastery

and best practices in our field.


Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Possesses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, visitors, government agencies and general public. 
  • Possesses the ability to work harmoniously with all departments of the facility. 
  • Must have the ability to install hardware, software, and other peripheral devices for end users.
  • Capable of employing systems analysis techniques and critical thinking to diagnose, test, and resolve problems related to computer operating systems, computer programs, and IT infrastructure.
  • Proficient in documenting solutions during the troubleshooting and resolution process.
  • Manual dexterity is required to operate machines quickly and accurately. 
  • Demonstrates knowledge of office procedures, maintains confidential materials, documents any system problems, and prioritizes daily workload.
  • Identifies and resolves equipment, system, and user errors and problems upon notification.        
  • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication.
  • Completes support tickets in the time frame allotted.
  • Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates ethical conduct as outlined by hospital policy.        
  • Communicates using effective sending and listening techniques so that information in written and verbal form is acknowledged as understood. 
  • Has knowledge of and complies with organizational policies and procedures. 
  • Able to move intermittently throughout the work day.    
  • Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. 
  • Able to relate to and work with all individuals within the facility. 
  • Experienced in computer hardware/software troubleshooting and repair.
Requirements

Professional Requirements:

  • Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional.   
  • Wears identification while on duty.
  • Communicates the mission, vision, core values, ethics, and goals of the hospital as well as the focus statement of the department.   
  • Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal, and CMS regulations.        
  • Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.   
  • Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.        
  • Willingness to participate in weekly rotating on-call shift.  
  • Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, department, and staff.     
  • Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.  
  • Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. 


Regulatory Requirements:

  • Degree in IT related field preferred.
  • Experience and/or certifications may be accepted in lieu of a college degree.
  • Healthcare experience preferred.