Entry-Level Healthcare IT Technician
Location: New Haven, CT
Pay: Up to $24/hr
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire
Travel: Primarily based in New Haven, with occasional travel to other client sites throughout Connecticut as needed
Overview
Our client, a nationally recognized healthcare and academic organization, is seeking an Entry-Level Healthcare IT Technician to support the activation of a brand-new neuroscience patient care tower in New Haven.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career technology professional, hands-on technician, technical school graduate, mechanically inclined problem-solver, or someone looking to build a long-term career in healthcare technology.
No prior biomedical equipment experience is required. The team is willing to train the right individual who brings a strong work ethic, curiosity, technical aptitude, and a desire to grow.
Whether your background is in IT, electronics, AV, telecommunications, automotive technology, manufacturing, construction, military service, technical trades, or you simply enjoy building computers and working with technology, this role offers an excellent entry point into healthcare technology.
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Many entry-level IT roles involve sitting behind a desk resetting passwords and responding to support tickets. This position is different.
You'll work directly with equipment, hardware deployments, inventory systems, engineers, project teams, and healthcare professionals while supporting a major healthcare expansion project.
You'll gain exposure to:
Healthcare technology and medical devices
Hardware installation and deployment
Asset management and inventory systems
Technical documentation and troubleshooting
Clinical Engineering operations
Large-scale technology implementation projects
Healthcare technology infrastructure
This experience can provide a pathway into careers such as:
Healthcare IT
Clinical Engineering
Biomedical Equipment Technology
Technical Support
Systems Administration
Technology Operations
Asset Management
Project Coordination
Responsibilities
Support the deployment and activation of hundreds of new medical devices and technology assets throughout a newly constructed patient care tower
Receive, unpack, inventory, tag, label, and track incoming medical equipment and technology assets
Assist with equipment installations, hardware deployments, and technology setup
Assemble, disassemble, and perform basic troubleshooting on medical and technology equipment
Read service manuals, diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
Conduct equipment inspections, testing, and quality checks prior to clinical use
Use Microsoft Excel and internal tracking systems to document installations, project activity, and inventory
Maintain accurate records of equipment status, repairs, deployments, and project milestones
Work with Clinical Engineering, Facilities, Technology, and Project teams to keep deployments on schedule
Support equipment moves, upgrades, replacements, and deployment initiatives
Identify and troubleshoot basic equipment issues while escalating more advanced problems as needed
Provide professional customer service when interacting with healthcare staff and project stakeholders
Follow safety procedures while working in active construction and healthcare environments
Travel occasionally to other client locations throughout Connecticut to support equipment, technology, or project needs
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Strong interest in technology and building a long-term technical career
Basic Microsoft Office experience, particularly Excel
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Good communication and customer service skills
Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to travel to other client locations within Connecticut as needed
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license may be required based on travel responsibilities
Ideal Backgrounds
We are looking for motivated, hands-on individuals who enjoy working with technology, equipment, tools, and hardware. Successful candidates may come from backgrounds such as:
Entry-level IT or technical support
Technical school, trade school, community college, or university programs
Desktop Support, Help Desk, IT Support, or Field Service
PC building, electronics repair, or hardware troubleshooting
AV, telecommunications, low-voltage, manufacturing, assembly, or maintenance
Automotive, military, construction, or technical trades
Hands-on technology enthusiasts looking to turn their skills into a career
Who Will Be Successful in This Role
Naturally curious and eager to learn
Takes pride in quality work and attention to detail
Enjoys working with technology, hardware, tools, and equipment
Self-motivated and willing to jump in wherever needed
Comfortable working in a fast-paced project environment
Comfortable traveling to other sites when needed
Interested in building a long-term technical career
Enjoys troubleshooting and figuring out how things work
This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with a premier healthcare organization while gaining real-world experience with medical devices, hardware, technology deployments, and Clinical Engineering operations.
If you're someone who likes working with technology, building things, troubleshooting equipment, and learning new skills, this could be a great opportunity to launch a long-term career in healthcare technology.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Haven,CT.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
