Department IT Analyst

OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a premier academic medical center providing eye care for adults and children in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We treat eye conditions from the most straightforward to the most complex and offer expert care in all ophthalmology specialties.

Since 1945 OHSU Casey Eye Institute doctors and vision scientists have worked side by side to discover the causes of eye disease and find new treatments. Bringing research and patient care together helps us turn possibilities into realities. OHSU Casey Eye Institute is a High Performing eye hospital which means we are ranked in the top 10 percent nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

This position serves as member of the Casey Eye Institute (CEI) IT Team which supports all locations of the OHSU Casey Eye Institute Department of Ophthalmology. Locations include Marquam Hill campus (CEI ECEC and LBRB) South Waterfront Campus (CEI at the Center for Health & Healing 1) and satellite locations in Oregon (Astoria Hood River The Dalles and Bend) and Washington (Longview and Vancouver).

The Department IT Analyst serves as resource for information technology support planning purchasing and administration. Provides end-user support for hardware software audiovisual systems telecommunications and specialized ophthalmology applications including but not limited to Heidelberg Engineering software Optos Optovue Zeiss Forum and other division specific softwares. Oversee technology asset management software licensing user access requests and equipment procurement while ensuring compliance with organizational security and technology standards. Acts as the departments IT Contact (ITC-3) serving as a liaison between departmental users and OHSU Information Technology to support daily operations technology initiatives infrastructure projects and strategic planning. Delivers training and guidance to faculty and staff to promote effective secure and efficient use of technology resources.

This role is expected to be performed in a manner that promotes the service excellence philosophy at the Casey Eye Institute.

End User Technology Support

Serve as the primary point of contact for departmental information technology support.

• Use CEI-IT Jira ticketing system to manage and track IT work requests; work closely with technical teams keep end users informed on the status of their requests and use ticket data to identify trends and opportunities to improve processes and service delivery.
• Install configure maintain troubleshoot and replace computer hardware and software.
• Evaluate out-of-warranty equipment for surplus refurbishment reimaging or redeployment.
• Recommend appropriate technology solutions and equipment replacements based on operational needs.
• Provide technical support for Microsoft Office applications Adobe Acrobat Photoshop and Outlook.
• Manage departmental email accounts and coordinate calendar access and proxy permissions.
• Support mission-critical Ophthalmology applications including Heidelberg Engineering Optos Optovue Zeiss Forum and other specialty software and databases.

Purchasing and Asset Management

Manage technology purchasing inventory licensing and records.

• Coordinate procurement of hardware software and technology services using departmental purchasing processes.
• Maintain inventory warranty and lifecycle records for technology assets.
• Manage software licensing and renewals including annual Adobe license renewals.
• Reconcile technology-related P-Card purchases and maintain supporting documentation.
• Provide information for annual budgeting and technology planning.
• Complete required security reviews for technology purchases and software implementations.

Information Technology Contact (ITC-3)

Serve as the departments designated IT Contact Level 3 and liaison to OHSU Information Technology.

• Coordinate departmental network computer phone and telecommunications support.
• Request and coordinate data jack installations phone service changes and related infrastructure needs.
• Assist users with wireless device configuration and telephone headset setup.
• Serve as liaison between the department ITG user groups and other OHSU departments.
• Coordinate technology projects including equipment deployments moves additions and changes.
• Participate in IT advisory groups and attend required ITC meetings.
• Provide advanced hardware and software support including deployment of computers using ITG standards and maintenance of Clinical Care Workstations (CCWs).
• Assist staff with technology training security incident reporting and compliance with departmental and organizational technology standards.
• Support the development communication and enforcement of IT policies and procedures consulting with departmental leadership and OHSU Integrity as appropriate.
• Follow established service-level agreements and implement required information security controls.

IT Oversight and Planning

Provide guidance on departmental technology strategy implementation and training.

• Assist with planning evaluation selection and implementation of new systems applications and technologies.
• Assess routine and project-specific computing needs and recommend solutions.
• Design and improve technology services and workflows that support departmental operations.
• Purchase receive configure and deploy technology equipment.
• Develop and deliver individual and group training on technology systems tools and related policies.

User Access Management

Coordinate user access and permissions for departmental systems and resources.

• Submit and manage IAM requests to add modify or remove user access.
• Create and manage access to departmental shared folders and resources.
• Coordinate the creation of security groups and maintain group membership as needed.

Audio Visual Support

Provide audiovisual support for departmental events and presentations.

• Set up configure and troubleshoot audiovisual equipment and systems.
• Support faculty staff and guest speakers using AV equipment in Macdonald Auditorium and other Casey event venues
• Coordinate repair or replacement of malfunctioning AV equipment

Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional job-related duties special projects and technology-related tasks as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree and two years Computer Science experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of training and/or experience.
• Two years IT-related experience in a clinical surgical and/or research environment.
• Experience acting as an interface to all end-users IT needs in a multi-person work environment.
• Experience dealing with external vendors in resolving operating system issues.
• Experience selecting appropriate and cost-effective hardware and software.

Job Related Skills/Abilities/Etc:

• Current Drivers license reliable vehicle and the ability to travel to satellite locations on short notice.
• Driving record that meets OHSUs driving requirements
• Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware software and network issues
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to educate computer end-users of all ability levels
• Ability to maintain strict adherence to computer system security rules.
• Strong relationship building skills with patients health plans providers staff management.
• Exceptional customer service skills - both in person and on the phone. Exceptional interpersonal skills - able to resolve conflicts and to solve problems between parties.
• Ability to meet deadlines and urgent system needs.
• Ability to work independently; willingness to serve as a positive and professional role model.
• Must have demonstrated record of reliable attendance punctuality and proven successful performance in past and present.

Experience with the installation troubleshooting and upgrades of clinical applications. Experience working with specialized bench research hardware and software operating systems. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP). Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)