IT Help Desk Support Agent Mon-Fri 9am to 5:30pm - Full-time

Experis is helping a healthcare system in Baltimore, Maryland on an opportunity for an IT Help Desk Support Center agent. This role will work remotely Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm. However if there is an outage or training, employees will need to come onsite to downtown Baltimore.

Under the supervision, perform first level IT support for incidents. Incidents are reported via telephone or electronic media. Incidents include but are not limited to password resets, basic hardware and connectivity issues, application access issues, etc. Provide basic troubleshooting of IT problems, diagnosis of desktop problems and triage of system problems. Log pertinent information for problem documentation, ask appropriate investigative questions in order to determine the nature of the problem and possible solutions, prioritize according to documented protocols, and triage as appropriate.

Job Scope/Complexity:
Work under guidance and direction. Entry level position. Works calls assigned by automated call system. Work is measured by call productivity.

Job Responsibilities:
The responsibilities listed below are typical examples of the work performed by this position. Not all duties assigned to this position are included, nor is it expected that everyone in this position will be assigned every job responsibility.

1. Answer incoming calls or electronic media.
2. Ask probing questions to assist with the diagnosis, triage, or resolution of problems.
3. Assist customers by resolving problems when able.
4. Log problems to triage problem to another level using the assigned tools for managing problems.
5. Use tools provided (such as knowledge management system) to understand processes, appropriately assign incidents or resolve incidents.
6. Assign priorities to incidents according to documented protocols.
7. Initiate appropriate protocols defined in urgent or critical situations.
8. Escalate issues and initiate communication.
9. Remote in to customer devices when appropriate in order to assist in resolving issues.
10. Educate customers in basic processes such as password resets.

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED.


Required Experience: Experience in basic IT skills, including but not limited to PC literacy, email, basic Windows applications.


Preferred Job Qualifications:
Knowledge in the assigned IT environments.
Understanding of basic IT networking and computer skills and associated coursework
Understanding of basic clinical terminology.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA's):

1. Possess all requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities as posted in the supplemental section.
2. Good problem solving skills.
3. Effective listening skills.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to stay calm under pressure.
6. Demonstrated strong work ethic.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
8. Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills