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Optum

Tech Support Specialist

presque isle, ME

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Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

Incident Documentation and Root Cause Analysis: Accurately document issues and resolutions in ticketing systems and assist in root cause analysis to prevent recurrence

Training and Knowledge Sharing: Provide training or knowledge-sharing sessions for end-users on common issues, software use, or new technologies

Project Support: Participate in or lead small IT projects such as system upgrades, application rollouts, or infrastructure changes

Compliance and Security Adherence: Ensure all work complies with organizational security policies, data protection standards, and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA)

Inventory and Resource Management: Monitor and manage IT inventory, ensuring appropriate stock levels of spare hardware and replacement parts

Collaboration with Vendors: Work closely with third-party vendors for advanced troubleshooting, warranty claims, or specialized support services

Proactive Maintenance: Perform regular checks and maintenance on systems and devices to ensure optimal performance and prevent failures

Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Ensure adherence to SLAs for response and resolution times, prioritizing tasks accordingly

Cross-Team Collaboration: Act as a liaison between on-site teams and higher-tier IT teams to escalate and resolve complex issues effectively

Provide customer service support to both internal users, external customers, and vendors on Prohealth Care's Network

Install, deploy, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and lifecycle hardware and software throughout the organization

Maintains detailed and accurate records in workload management, asset management, and administrative applications

Provides tier I and II support in all areas of the organizational service portfolio

Provides excellent customer service to all levels of employees including customers, peers, and leadership

Accurately follows documentation and checklists to ensure efficiency and consistency

Participates and engages in team meetings, team building activities, and other opportunities to strengthen the department

Communicates in a professional, positive and timely manner in person, on the phone, and via electronic means

Uses routine troubleshooting methodologies that provide efficient, effective resolution and minimize impact to the customer

Self-directed once assigned work and functions with considerable independence

Shows an interest in learning more advanced aspects of the functional skills

Actively maintains a level of self-study related to technology and customer service

Able to communicate with the customer in non-technical terms so the users can understand

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED (or higher)

2+ years of technical support experience

2+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of computer hardware such as workstations, laptops, IP phones, smartphones, tablets, printers, copiers, and scanners

2+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of software such as the Microsoft Office Suite and Windows operating systems

Ability to lift 40 lbs., work in an environment of varying temperatures, ability to navigate within buildings/units/floors, and travel throughout the service delivery area with a reliable mode of transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with general networking and customer/server concepts

Adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities in a high-pressure, healthcare-focused environment

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Worksite address

presque isle, ME, 04769, US

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