What They Do

IT professionals in the healthcare setting are not only responsible for managing clinical software and the other processes that help administrative staff to keep patient records and admissions systems working properly, they also have an important role to play in ensuring medical wards, operating rooms, labor and delivery suites and emergency department equipment run smoothly. They assist with everything from helping staff troubleshoot basic computer issues, working on information databases or programs, to overseeing and maintaining the entire network infrastructure of the facility.

Also Known As

Information Analyst, Information Systems Manager (IS Manager), Information Technology Specialist (IT Specialist), LAN Specialist (Local Area Network Specialist), Local Area Network Administrator (LAN Administrator), Network Administrator, Network Coordinator, Network Manager, Systems Administrator

Computer & Information Systems Managers (Annual Mean Wage: $114,770)
Computer Network Support Specialists (Annual Mean Wage: $52,800)
Network and Computer Systems Administrators (Annual Mean Wage: $68,310)
Database Administrators and Architects (Annual Mean Wage: $80,220)

Minimum Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Certificates/Associates Degrees: 2 years
Bachelor’s Degree: 4 years

Career Info Sources Include

Career One Stop
Bureau of Labor Statistics

ARKANSAS RURAL HEALTH PARTNERSHIP

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