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Community Health Desktop Project Field Engineer

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$82,720.00 - $165,439.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
vision insurance, paid time off
United States, Virginia, Manassas
Aug 11, 2026
Take Your Desktop Support Career to the Project Level Are you ready to move beyond traditional desktop support and become a key contributor to large-scale healthcare technology initiatives? UVA Health is seeking a Community Health Desktop Project Field Engineer to play a critical role in planning, coordinating, deploying, and supporting endpoint technology across Community Health locations. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with project coordination responsibilities while partnering with clinical teams, operational leaders, project managers, vendors, and enterprise technology stakeholders. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, managing multiple priorities, and seeing projects through from planning to successful go-live, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Why This Role Stands Out Own Projects from Start to Finish Unlike traditional desktop support positions that engage after deployment, this role is involved throughout the entire project lifecycle: Planning and design Equipment and inventory coordination Deployment preparation Implementation and go-live support Post-deployment stabilization You'll have a direct impact on the success of technology initiatives that support patient care and healthcare operations across UVA Health. Expand Beyond Technical Support This role provides valuable exposure to: Healthcare IT implementations Enterprise-level technology deployments Project coordination and leadership Clinical operations Cross-functional collaboration Technology planning and strategy It's an outstanding opportunity for experienced desktop engineers, field technicians, or deployment specialists looking to transition into project-focused work. Make a Visible Organizational Impact You'll serve as a trusted Desktop Services representative for Community Health projects, helping create more efficient, standardized, and reliable deployment processes across the organization. What You'll Do As the Desktop Project Field Engineer, you will: Represent Desktop Services during project planning, design, and implementation meetings Serve as the primary point of contact for endpoint technology project requirements Coordinate hardware procurement, inventory, logistics, staging, and deployment activities Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items Coordinate software deployments, imaging, licensing, printers, peripherals, and device validation Support Epic endpoint requirements and implementation activities Partner with project managers, clinical teams, vendors, and technical teams to ensure project readiness Provide on-site support during deployments and go-live events Escalate technical issues to the appropriate teams and help drive resolution Deliver project status updates and readiness reporting to leadership Work Environment This is a project-focused role supporting Community Health initiatives across UVA Health. Candidates should expect: A mix of onsite and project-based work Travel to Community Health locations for assessments, deployments, and go-live support Collaboration with a wide variety of teams and stakeholders Occasional early morning, evening, or implementation support during critical project phases MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree Experience: 5 years relevant experience. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Licensure: Valid Virginia Driver's License required PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The pay range for this role is $82,720.00 - $165,439.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.