Desktop Support
US-UT-SALT LAKE CITY
University of Utah Health Care
Req #: 75729
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, belonging, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA The incumbent reviews, analyzes, and evaluates information technology systems operations. Determines user needs and requirements and recommends ways to improve systems. Serves as primary point of contact between users and engineering/development staff. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Responsibilities: * Resolves analytical incident activities that include assessment, triage and closure of complex and varied information technology problems that are handled through the Altiris Application Suite. * Reviews the incident management activities daily, providing end-users with timely problem solving and technical support at the desktop level. * Collaborates with other ITS staff on a routine basis regarding technical troubleshooting and problem resolution, unit coverage, product recommendations and other projects as needed. * Rollout of new machines, cascading of existing equipment, and dissemination of new standard. * Assists in maintaining inventory records on the Altiris system used for technology chargeback. * Solves configuration conflicts, improving software performance and user satisfaction levels. * Performs needs assessment, product review and procurement advice for software and hardware, and advises end-users and IT management on recommendations. * Performs institutional upgrades and sweeps, as needed, following ITS established procedures for installation and machine configuration. * Participates in location/shift rotation with the Client Support team on a limited basis. * Participates in the Client Support team on-call rotation. * Participates in regular 1-1 meetings with Client Management Principal and Team Lead. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities * Basic knowledge of system design and analysis. * Proficiency in the various desktop operating system environments and basic desktop application suites, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and email. * Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all organizational levels. * Demonstrated human relations and communications skills, and ability to work in a team environment. * A strong commitment to excellence in service. * Familiarity with patient/hospital applications and practices. Qualifications: QualificationsRequired * Associate's degree in Computer Science or equivalency.