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Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.
This is where your technical expertise directly supports patient care. As a Clinical Systems Specialist, you will ensure critical communication systems operate reliably in a healthcare environment, helping clinicians deliver timely and effective care.
This is where you can make an impact—by supporting technology that caregivers rely on every day.
About the RoleThe Clinical Systems Specialist is responsible for on-site support and management of Care Communications solutions in a hospital setting. You will act as the primary technical resource, working closely with clinical staff and internal teams to deploy, support, and optimize systems.
This role is fully onsite in Lexington, KY, with limited travel.
What You’ll Be DoingServe as the primary technical owner of Care Communications solutions, maintaining deep knowledge of system architecture and functionality
Support deployments including system provisioning, configuration, and coordination across internal and external teams
Provide technical support and issue resolution via on-site and remote channels (phone, email, IM)
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and system performance issues during and post-implementation
Configure systems based on clinical workflows, translating user requirements into technical specifications
Monitor, track, and trend system issues to identify root causes and implement process improvements
Deliver end-user training, onboarding sessions, and documentation for system usage and updates
Support system upgrades, including planning, testing, validation, and post-release issue resolution
Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of experience in healthcare IT, clinical systems, or a related technical field
Experience troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues in a healthcare environment
Hands-on experience with network infrastructure, system installations, and database management
Experience supporting point-of-care or clinical communication systems
Knowledge of healthcare IT systems, clinical workflows, and patient care environments
Experience with on-premise and cloud-based communication platforms
Experience performing system configuration, upgrades, and validation testing
Clinical background (RN) or equivalent experience working with clinical technologies (preferred)
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is$80,000 - $110,000.The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)
This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or 3+ years experience in healthcare IT or clinical systems
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues in healthcare environments
- Hands-on experience with network infrastructure
- Experience with system installations and database management
- Experience supporting point-of-care or clinical communication systems
- Knowledge of healthcare IT systems, clinical workflows, and patient care environments
- Experience with on-premise and cloud-based communication platforms
- Experience performing system configuration, upgrades, testing, and validation
- Ability to deliver end-user training, onboarding, and documentation
- Position is fully onsite in Lexington, KY
- Clinical background (RN) or equivalent experience with clinical technologies
Baxter International Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day one and includes medical, dental, and company-paid life and disability, indicating robust protection. This breadth of coverage is positioned as a strong component of the total rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and related retirement programs support long-term savings. An additional savings infrastructure enhances overall financial security for many roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO scales with tenure and is complemented by paid holidays and meaningful paid parental leave. The scope of time-off programs contributes to a well-rounded benefits offering.
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What We Do
Every day, millions of patients, caregivers and providers around the world rely on Baxter’s leading portfolio of diagnostic, critical care, nutrition, kidney care, hospital and surgical products and solutions. For 90 years, we’ve been making an impact at the critical intersection where innovations that save and sustain lives meet the healthcare providers who make it happen. With products, therapies and digital health solutions available in more than 100 countries, Baxter’s employees worldwide are now building upon the company’s rich heritage of medical breakthroughs to advance the next generation of transformative healthcare innovations. We welcome Hillrom to Baxter, where we are uniting to advance patient care worldwide. We’re building on the strengths of two historically innovative and socially responsible companies that will better serve our patients, customers and communities.
