What are the responsibilities and job description for the CoxHealth IT Field Support Tech position at CoxHealth?
Summary
About Us
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics.
CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence :
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
- Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
- Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
- Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
Benefits
Job Summary
The IT Field Support Technician provides technical support for end user hardware and software needs, including project-based support onsite. The position provides routine, technical support and maintenance for desktop, laptop, telephony, and network systems including hardware, application software, operating systems, and connectivity. In addition, the role is responsible for troubleshooting issues and documenting resolution with support as needed while also repairing or replacing defective equipment with support as needed. Responsibilities include knowledge transfer forums to identify and resolve problems and contribute to all phases of support, including coordination, monitoring, tracking, and resolution related to installations, upgrades, software, hardware, operating systems, and operating system configuration issues.
Job Requirements
Education
Preferred : Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience
Required : 6-10 years of experience in healthcare IT support or related field OR Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Skills
Knowledge of computer hardware, including CPU’s, RAM, Hard Drives, etc.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Exception interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building
Strong documentation skills
Understanding of TCP / IP based networking
Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues
Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
Ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly, and technical language
Highly self-motivated and directed
Keen attention to detail
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Exceptional customer service orientation
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Proven leadership abilities
Ability to provide technical guidance and training to junior staff
Licensure / Certification / Registration
N / A
IT Field Support Specialist I :
Education
Preferred : Associate’s degree in healthcare information technology, information technology, a healthcare-related field, or social sciences and related fields, including certifications such as Medical Assistant (MA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Experience
Required :
Skills
Licensure / Certification / Registration
N / A
IT Field Specialist II :
Education
Experience
Required :
Skills
Advanced knowledge of healthcare IT systems and regulations garnered from field experience.
Ability to source IT assistance with appropriate partner support teams as necessary.
Advanced client engagement skillset including mitigation and level reasoning.
Ability to work in a team environment with excellent attention to detail.
Capability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize them based on urgency
Takes initiative to assist with new team member training and mentoring.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
N / A
IT Field Support Specialist III :
Education
Preferred : Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience
Required : 6-10 years of experience in healthcare IT support or related field OR Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Skills Knowledge of computer hardware, including CPU’s, RAM, Hard Drives, etc. Exceptional written and oral communication skills Exception interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building Strong documentation skills Understanding of TCP / IP based networking Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues Ability to absorb and retain information quickly Ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly, and technical language Highly self-motivated and directed Keen attention to detail Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Exceptional customer service orientation Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Proven leadership abilities Ability to provide technical guidance and training to junior staff
Licensure / Certification / Registration
N / A
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