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Organization:

VUMC IT Core Infrastructure

Job Summary:

Perform work associated with analysis, design, implementation, operation, deployment, and support of the organization's information technology resources (including computer hardware, operating systems, communications, software applications, data processing and security), and software/database products by internal staff, outsourcing staff, outside vendors or consultants. Activities include implementing/supporting information technology strategies, polices and plans; maintenance and use of information technology resources; training and supporting technology users; operations and site acquisition; developing PC, online; and internet product management & operations.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, develops, implements and oversees information technology (IT) solutions including hardware and software.

• Implements short- and long-term IT solutions that meet the needs of the organization. Installs, configures, administers, upgrades and maintains security for IT hardware, software and network infrastructure.

• Support and provide input for information technology strategies, polices and plans, maintenance and use of information technology resources.

• Support Customer requests for new equipment installations and departmental moves

• Train and support technology users

• Support operational processes and site acquisition and growth projects

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

• Planning and Organizing (Novice): Demonstrates ability to anticipate resource needs, identify discrete tasks, set priorities, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. Achieves results within budget. Identifies relevant stakeholders and gains their commitment. Competently handles multiple assignments simultaneously. Reshapes project during life-cycle evolution, if needed. Demonstrates ability to break down work into manageable and measurable units. Accepts changes to assignments with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Uses available time efficiently.

• Resource Management (Novice): Sets priorities and balances project and assignment workload effectively and efficiently. Staffed a project team composed of people whose abilities are established. Demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in accomplishing objectives with limited resources, budgets and/or time. Has developed needed skills on the project team when no other resources were available.

• Managing Change (Intermediate): Capable of successfully delivering products and services without loss of productivity while accepting significant changes in environment, workload and re-structuring. Sets the example, provides leadership, coaches peers and team members, and generally raises the level of performance of others during reorganizations and other changes which can have the potential to disrupt productivity and cause the degeneration of morale. Handles ambiguity and uncertainty with self-confidence and maturity. Has successfully prepared and implemented a plan for changes in behavior and competency for self and others, demonstrating a determination for personal and professional advancement.

• Quality Management (Novice): Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement in the way tasks and activities are accomplished by questioning their value to the process and contributing creative solutions. Has participated in the process of establishing, communicating, and monitoring standards for quality and excellence. Demonstrates the ability to work on and improve a current business process, product or service.

About the Department:

VUMC IT

VUMC IT provides hardware, software and service solutions for the entire Medical Center. With over 40,000 workstations in the Medical Center, our teams can assist not only with hardware support, but also software and application support and services to enhance security and protection of your information.

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

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Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

2 years

Education:

Bachelor's

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled