Technology Consultant - Windows Systems- Information Technology Services

Posting Period

Open Date:         February 17, 2024

Deadline:            March 5, 2024

Non-Union

Department Name

Information Technology Services

The Technology Consultant leads projects related to infrastructure and/or clinical systems operations, support and change management.  Having a breadth of experience in the IT industry, the consultant provides guidance to Business Systems and Technical Analysts as new technologies are evaluated and implemented.  The Technology Consultant surveys the IT (and where appropriate, clinical) market(s) to help evaluate products that may enhance the environment.  The Technology Consultant may play a role in the support of critical clinical or corporate systems.

What we offer:

• Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
• Rate of Pay:  $46.46 per hour - $58.07 per hour
• Health and Dental Benefits & Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Career development and training opportunities
• Employee Wellness Initiatives 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you have:

• Three (3) year College Diploma in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience acceptable to hospital
• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field preferred
• Five (5) years of experience in a technology discipline including project management and systems support
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the hospital environment with health care data and insight into legislation and mandated activities
• Ability to provide after hours and on-call coverage
• Experience configuring and managing Microsoft based software including Internet Information Services (IIS), SQL Server
• Experience with Microsoft SCCM
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and group policies
• Experience with vulnerability and patch management processes, procedures and technologies
• Experience with integrating Microsoft technology with security related technologies such as SIEM and vulnerability management
• Experience with change management principles and the ability to engage and involve stakeholders
• Experience with capacity planning, risk mitigation strategies and information security principles
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance multiple and competing priorities
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills, including technical documentation experience
• Commitment to superior customer service
• Works well under pressure
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and ability to manage change
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to: 

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis; 
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step); 
• Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health’s current definition of being fully vaccinated 
• For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements

LHSC is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the Hospital, inclusive of our Staff and Patient experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on location, as required.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca .

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee’s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.