Technical Support Specialist-Field Services
Job Description
Omnia Healthcare Group is hiring a Technical Support Specialist-Field Services to deliver remote and onsite IT support for nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide frontline technical support via phone, email, ticketing systems, remote support tools, and onsite facility visits
- Troubleshoot Windows, Microsoft Office, business applications, computer hardware, printers, peripherals, and basic network connectivity
- Prioritize, track, and document technical support requests; communicate status; escalate complex issues to the appropriate support team or vendor
- Install, configure, maintain, and deploy computers, peripherals, mobile devices, and other IT equipment across supported facilities
- Complete approved work including software installations, system updates, workstation rebuilds, and equipment replacements
- Perform approved user account setup, password resets, and access modifications per company policies and procedures
- Support employee onboarding and offboarding tasks: workstation setup, equipment deployment, account access, and equipment collection
- Maintain accurate IT equipment inventory records, including assignments, transfers, replacements, and asset tracking
- Coordinate equipment repair, reassignment, reuse, retirement, and disposal in accordance with organizational procedures
- Perform and document approved data sanitization prior to reassignment, disposal, or return
- Provide technical guidance to employees on supported applications, equipment, and troubleshooting procedures
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, support records, and time and travel records
- Coordinate support activities with facility leadership, clinical staff, administrative personnel, and internal IT teams
- Follow policies related to information security, confidentiality, infection prevention, and resident privacy
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Working knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office applications, computer hardware, printers, peripherals, and basic networking
- Knowledge of Active Directory account administration, including user management, password resets, and access modifications
- Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication, customer service, and organizational skills
- Ability to explain technical information and troubleshooting steps clearly to employees with varying technical knowledge
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond to requests in a timely manner
- Ability to collaborate with service desk personnel, facility staff, internal IT teams, and external vendors
- Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation, equipment inventory records, and service request information
- Familiarity with IT ticketing systems, remote support tools, inventory management, and data sanitization procedures (preferred)
- Familiarity with clinical applications and technology systems used in healthcare environments (preferred)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment handling sensitive company, employee, and resident information
- Ability to adapt to changing technical needs and support multiple facility locations
- Associate degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- 1–3 years of IT support, technical troubleshooting, or related experience
- Experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, managed IT services, or other multi-location environments (preferred)
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or relevant Microsoft certification (preferred)
- Availability to work approximately 60% of the time at the Southfield, MI office and travel approximately 40% of the time to supported facilities
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Technologies
- Windows operating systems
- Microsoft Office applications
- Active Directory
- IT ticketing systems
- Remote support tools
- Printers
- Mobile devices
Benefits
- Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to an Employee Discount Program
- Innovative Training Programs
- Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
- Paid Time Off
Hybrid / Travel and Remote Work
- Hybrid position requiring approximately 80% to 90% travel to locations throughout Southern Illinois
- When not traveling or working onsite, flexibility to work remotely from home or from a Southern Illinois satellite office
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or providing remote technical support
- Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and move throughout office and healthcare facility environments
- Ability to lift, carry, move, and install computers, monitors, printers, and other IT equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to workstation installations, equipment replacements, cable connections, and hardware troubleshooting
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements associated with typing, operating computer equipment, and handling technical devices
- Ability to visually inspect computer screens, hardware components, network connections, and other technical equipment to identify and troubleshoot issues
- Ability to access workstations, equipment storage areas, offices, and designated facility locations to perform technical support and installation tasks
- Ability to travel regularly between the Southfield, MI office and supported facilities, approximately 40% of the time
Location: Peoria, IL (hybrid) • Salary: USD 50,000 - 65,000 per year • Experience: 1+ years • Education: Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field