IT Systems Specialist Jobs in Tennessee
IT Systems Specialist jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare IT, logistics technology, and state and local government infrastructure at levels from entry-level support through senior systems administration. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville account for the bulk of openings, anchored by major employers such as HCA Healthcare, FedEx, and the Tennessee Valley Authority. The most sought-after specialties in the state include network administration, endpoint management, and enterprise systems support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- IT
- Specialized Dental
- 720 Cool Springs Blvd., Suite 450, Franklin, Tennessee, US, 37067
- Full-Time
- 3059
About Specialized Dental Partners:
Specialized Dental Partners is a doctor-led network of 275+ specialty dental practices and 450+ doctors across multiple states. We offer the scale, resources, and professional connections that help specialists and teammates thrive, while maintaining the supportive culture and local relationships that define our organization.
Our purpose, We Care More, shapes how we support our doctors, teammates, and patients every day. We care more about patient outcomes, doctor success, teammate growth, meaningful relationships, and the communities we serve. By combining clinical excellence with a people-first culture, we create an environment where specialists can build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact.
At Specialized Dental Partners, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a community committed to helping you succeed.
If you're looking for an organization where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference, we'd love to meet you!
Job Summary:
The IT Clinical Systems Analyst supports practice management, imaging, and integrated clinical technology solutions across partner practices. This role evaluates workflows, coordinates system implementations, upgrades, and conversions, and partners with doctors, practice teams, operations, IT, and vendors to improve system performance, resolve issues, and promote standardized clinical operations.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Coordinate software implementations, system upgrades, data conversions, and post-go-live support across partner practices.
- Assess clinical and operational workflows to identify opportunities for process improvement and user adoption.
- Gather business and clinical requirements and recommend solutions aligned with organizational and practice needs.
- Support practice management, imaging, patient communication, and other integrated clinical systems.
- Collaborate with vendors, IT, operations, and practice teams to plan, test, and implement technology initiatives.
- Perform system configuration support, validation, troubleshooting, issue resolution, and escalation in accordance with established processes.
- Develop training materials, provide end-user support, and promote standardized workflows.
- Maintain project documentation, risks, action items, and related administrative records in alignment with company policies.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in information systems, healthcare administration, business, dental assisting, dental hygiene, or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical systems, healthcare technology, dental technology, software implementation, training, or a related field.
- Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, conversions, system administration, or workflow enablement.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA, data privacy, information security, and appropriate handling of protected health information in a healthcare environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and experience supporting end users in technology-enabled workflows.
- Experience with practice management and clinical systems, including TDO, PBS Enterprise, EndoVision, PerioVision, Dentrix, Dentrix Ascend, DSN, WinOMS, Curve, Denticon, Eaglesoft, and imaging platforms such as iDixel, CS Imaging, Dexis, Sidexis, DTX Clinic, TX Studio, Apteryx, and Romexis, along with patient communication and other integrated technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, requirements-gathering, communication, organizational, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience in a dental, healthcare, or multi-site practice environment preferred.
- Experience with dental practice management systems, imaging platforms, patient communication tools, or other clinical software applications preferred.
- Experience supporting vendor coordination, change management, workflow adoption, or end-user training initiatives preferred.
- Experience with dental or healthcare compliance standards, data security practices, and HIPAA-sensitive workflows preferred.
Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000 per year. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT systems specialist jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Hands-on experience administering Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 environments
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification preferred or required by most Tennessee employers
- Proven ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and network connectivity issues independently
- Experience supporting end users in a helpdesk or systems administration capacity
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V in enterprise environments
IT Systems Specialist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an it systems specialist in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued license to work as an it systems specialist. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, though associate degrees combined with industry certifications are accepted by many Tennessee employers, particularly in government and healthcare. CompTIA certifications such as A+, Network+, and Security+ carry the most weight in local hiring and are frequently listed as requirements rather than preferences in Tennessee job postings.
Which companies hire it systems specialists in Tennessee?
Employers hiring it systems specialists in Tennessee right now include Ardent Health Services, AZZO Pty, and Tractor Supply, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's concentration of large healthcare systems, federal agencies, and logistics firms means demand stays consistent across both the private sector and state government.
Which Tennessee cities have the most it systems specialist jobs?
Brentwood, Memphis, and Franklin have the most it systems specialist openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its dense concentration of healthcare corporations, managed services firms, and state agency headquarters, while Memphis draws significant volume from logistics and distribution technology at FedEx and related supply-chain operations, and Knoxville's openings are driven largely by the Tennessee Valley Authority and University of Tennessee system.
Are there remote it systems specialist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, though the role skews more on-site than fully remote because hands-on hardware support, server room access, and in-person end-user troubleshooting are core to most positions. About 67% of it systems specialist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are software configuration, monitoring, and helpdesk ticketing rather than physical infrastructure work.
How can I get hired as an it systems specialist in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a helpdesk or desktop support role, which most large Tennessee employers treat as a direct pipeline into systems specialist positions. HCA Healthcare and the Tennessee state government both run structured IT associate programs that accept candidates without prior professional experience. Earning a CompTIA A+ or Google IT Support certificate before applying gives entry-level candidates a concrete credential that offsets limited work history and meets the minimum bar for most Tennessee postings.
Where can I find and apply to it systems specialist jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to it systems specialist jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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