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Desktop Services Specialist


Job Location:

Poughkeepsie, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 26 - 50
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals more than 1000 outpatient facilities 22000 nurses and over 20000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area including Long Island the Hudson Valley Connecticut and beyond thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York States largest private employer with over 104000 employees including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners who are working to change health care for the better.

Summary:

Provide on-site and remote technical support including troubleshooting software and hardware issues and performing diagnostics.

Responsibilities:

1. Diagnose and resolve (in-person and remotely) issues with the hardware operating system applications and peripherals.
2. Configure new computers perform hardware upgrades and maintain accurate endpoint device inventory.
3. Troubleshoot client server connectivity and permissions.
4. Complete special projects and additional responsibilities as needed.
5. Provide recommendations for hardware improvement/repairs.
6. Accurately document Service Desk ticket status and resolution.
7. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
8. Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Foundational Values (Personal Imaginative Agile Connected).
9. Performs other duties as required.
10. Provides 24/7 support through investigation & analysis of problems using documentation manuals debugging tools & logic to resolve problems prevent recurrence & ensure continuity. Takes remote call for off-shift weekends & holidays as assigned.

Education Skills Experience:

  • Required: College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 2 years equivalent work experience.
  • Strong technical troubleshooting skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft products. Knowledge of modifying computer objects within Active Directory.
  • Experience with computer hardware support such as diagnosing and replacing hard drives cables keyboards mice monitors video cards RAM etc.
  • Superior customer facing skills including ability to develop trusted advisor relationship with end users.
  • Methodical approach to problem solving and resolution.
  • Flexibility to adjust to changing requirements schedules and priorities. A
  • bility to operate effectively in a team environment with both technical and non-technical team members.
  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to manage time effectively set priorities appropriately schedule calls.
  • Ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress.
  • Ability to operate within customer standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to document technical support of resolutions processes and procedures.
  • Minimum Experience: three years Desired:
  • Understanding of Citrix based technologies.
  • Understanding of Mobile Device Management. Industry certifications preferred this can include A N and/or MSCE/MCTS/MCITP

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.

Company: Nuvance Health

Org Unit: 1798

Department: IT Service Mgmt Operations

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $26.48 - $50.49 Hourly


Required Experience:

IC


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Our hospitals, medical practice and care centers are located throughout New York’s Hudson Valley and Western Connecticut. At every location, you’ll find excellent convenient care, a personalized approach, a connected team, and access to our network of doctors. Find care now.

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