Technology Specialist

LONE STAR ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES • Irving, TX

7h

About The Position

Technology Specialist
1. Job Identification
Job Title Technology Specialist
Reporting to Director of IT
Department / CC I.T./ 1000
Location Varies
Job Reference AARA/TECHSPEC
No. Job Holders 3
Last Update September 2022
2. Job Purpose
Primary Responsibilities:
Install and maintain laptops, workstations, printers, scanners, and other technology
Deploy and configure Microsoft Windows 11 operating systems, software, and patches
Troubleshoot basic network, VPN, RDP, and wireless connectivity issues
Manage user accounts and permissions in Windows Server 2019 Active Directory, Skype, MS Exchange, various electronic records systems, etc.
Learn, document, train, and adjust settings in the NextGen Electronic Heath Records system
Assist engineers with network and server maintenance and installations. This includes Windows Server 2019 (Active Directory, Group Policies, DHCP, and DNS), Exchange Server 2016, SQL Server, Hyper-V, Network (Fortinet routers and switches), Cox VoIP cloud phone system, etc.
3. Job Dimensions
Supervisory/Line Management Authority
No supervisory or line management authority or responsibility
Area Authority
No specific responsibility for any area outwith individual workstation(s) and immediate environment
Financial Authority
No financial authority or responsibility. No budgets held. May purchase computer equipment.
Process Authority
Directed, standardized process authority in assessing, prioritizing, coordinating and completing their workload in
close consultation IT. CIO and employees.
Patient Contact
No patient contact
The above dimensions are not an exhaustive list. AARA reserves the right to alter the dimensions of all roles within
the organization as required.
4. Organizational Position
Direct report under the CIO
5. Role of the Department
The I.T. Specialist aims to provide a continuous link between the I.T. Department and the Practice/Provider Team. The IT Specialist will work closely with a team of IT professionals and is expected to perform his specific roles in coordination with members of the team for both hardware and software subdivides and seek to perform technical support throughout the practice
6. Key Result Areas
This position plays a role in helping everyone in the company to work efficiently.
7. Equipment, Machinery and Systems
Equipment and Machinery
You will have a laptop, workstation, network monitoring tools, phone, etc. and will work with all technology in the offices which include computers, printers, scanners, postage machines, credit card machines, kiosks, tablets,
Systems
Software such as Orion, Dameware, RDPSoft, VEEAM, GFI FaxMaker, NextGen, FortiMail, FortiClient, Fortigate, FortiSwitch, FortiManager, Exchange, Skype, NextGen, AllScripts, etc. This is just a sample of the systems you will work with.
8. Assignment and Review of Work
All new AARA employees will agree initial objectives to be assessed on completion of their 90-day initial review period. Thereafter, all employees will enter the annual appraisal cycle under the AARA Talent, Performance and Career Management Policy where annual appraisals will be conducted by their Line Manager and CEO. Further information on the appraisal cycle calendar is available from the HR Manager and from the Talent, Performance and Career Management Policy on the AARA Intranet.
9. Communication and Relationships
The postholder must have strong interpersonal and relational talents. Success in this role involves building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Key Internal Relationships
I.T. CIO
I.T. Temporary Personnel
Directors/ Site Managers
Human Resources department
Employees/ New starts
Key External Relationships
Software vendors such as TSI Healthcare, Cox, and Safari Micro
10. Demands of the Job
Physical Demands: frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 40% sitting, 40% standing, 10% walking, and 10% driving. Must be able to routinely lift up to 15lbs. above the head and 30lbs. to waist height.
Mental
Handle repetitive tasks, including typing and analysis. Patience dealing with mistakes or lack of knowledge of others. Positive attitude, regardless of personalities. Independent thought and decision making, sometimes with limited training materials.
Requirements
11. Knowledge, Skill, Training and Experience to do the Job

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent certificates, preferably in the computer industry
• Must be able to 10-finger type a minimum of 30 words a minute
• Ability to troubleshoot, research, document, and solve issues independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows 10/11 and Office 2019, including MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience using domain services such as Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, and DHCP
• Professional communication, composure, and customer focus
• Directly interact with doctors and staff on a daily basis
• Basic familiarity of network and server monitoring/troubleshooting tools
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills with and without a helpdesk system
• Personal vehicle to travel between the offices on occasion and to transport equipment (interoffice travel expenses will be reimbursed)

Nice To Haves

• Powershell, HTML, WordPress, and other scripting skills is a real plus
• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, MCSE, or similar certifications
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain laptops, workstations, printers, scanners, and other technology
• Deploy and configure Microsoft Windows 11 operating systems, software, and patches
• Troubleshoot basic network, VPN, RDP, and wireless connectivity issues
• Manage user accounts and permissions in Windows Server 2019 Active Directory, Skype, MS Exchange, various electronic records systems, etc.
• Learn, document, train, and adjust settings in the NextGen Electronic Heath Records system
• Assist engineers with network and server maintenance and installations. This includes Windows Server 2019 (Active Directory, Group Policies, DHCP, and DNS), Exchange Server 2016, SQL Server, Hyper-V, Network (Fortinet routers and switches), Cox VoIP cloud phone system, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees