IT Service Desk Analyst I

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

Schedule Details/Additional Information

• Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM
• Fully Remote Role from these states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, and WY.
• Due to complex requirements, remote work is NOT permitted for short or long periods in: CA, CO, WA, NYC and working Internationally (this includes working while on vacation).
• No relocation, No Sponsorship or transfer of visa for this position now or in the future.

Provides initial technical support to customers while delivering excellent customer experience during interactions regarding computers, servers, applications and hardware issues. Assesses the nature of the issue, responds to Incidents and requests for service, and resolves or escalates using documented procedures and checklists and by simulating or recreating the incident. Documents all calls in the tracking system; escalating complex problems to more experienced support, when necessary. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Always provides exceptional customer service.  This includes treating everyone with respect and dignity.  Demonstrates patience and positivity when working with others in alignment with organizational values.  
• Provides initial support troubleshooting, answering questions and resolving basic problems and issues related to LAN/WAN-based software, desktop computing equipment, printers, network status and applications.  
• Gathers information about the issue from the customer by asking clarifying questions, presenting options and/or solutions and determining the level of complexity. Assists with simulating user issues to resolve. Escalates unresolved interactions appropriately.  
• Documents all relevant customer interaction information thoroughly in the service management system.  
• Analyzes basic issues and arrives at workable solutions. Provides callbacks or follow-up with the customer as necessary to “close” the ticket and maintain a successful call closure rate.  
• Utilizes the call tracking system; accurately, quickly, and efficiently recording all interactions with customers while consistently meeting established Service Desk Key Performance Indicators (KPI).  
• Performs routine procedures to remedy issues or when requested.  
• Escalates unresolved issues to second-tier support. Keeps customers informed of the status of their request if an immediate remedy is not available.  
• Assists with providing technical hints and tips to proactively assist customers.  
• Adherence to all Advocate Health Policy and Procedures.  

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None Required.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.   ​

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 1 year of experience in customer service, call center, or Service Desk support.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Strong interpersonal, customer service and service recovery skills, as well as basic understanding of call centers and call tracking system.   
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn quickly and support software applications.   
• Understanding of the technical components of an Information System, including basic hardware, platform, database concepts, and terminology.   
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.   
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to interact with a diverse customer population and communicate at their level.   
• to use/manage a standard multiple-line telephone system.   
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work as a team.  
• Ability to determine issues that may have an adverse business impact if not properly escalated.   ​

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.   
• Must be able to perform fine hand manipulation when using a keyboard.   
• Position may require occasional travel which may result in exposure to road and weather hazards.   
• Ability to independently work in a remote work environment free from distractions.  Potentially exposed to a normal office environment.   
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.  
• The Service Desk supports the organization 24x7x365.  Flexibility for availability in advance to work other shifts, including evening, overnight & weekends is required.   This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin are the largest health systems in their respective states. As national leaders in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care serve patients across 28 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and nearly 450 sites of care. Both are now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, in addition to Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.

High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year experience in customer service, call center, or Service Desk support; strong technical aptitude and communication skills; ability to work remote; flexibility for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• providing technical support
• troubleshooting issues
• documenting interactions

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — Alabama or Alaska or Arkansas or Arizona or Delaware or Florida or Georgia or Iowa or Idaho or Indiana or Kansas or Kentucky or Louisiana or Maine or Michigan or Missouri or Mississippi or Montana or North Carolina or North Dakota or Nebraska or New Hampshire or New Mexico or Nevada or Ohio or Oklahoma or Pennsylvania or South Carolina or South Dakota or Tennessee or Texas or Utah or Virginia or Wisconsin or West Virginia or Wyoming
• Salary: USD 50,128 – 75,192 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Generous parental leave

About Advocate Aurora Health

A nonprofit integrated health system providing equitable care and community benefits. — Industry: Healthcare