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To design and develop information systems and programs for ongoing support of the functions and missions of a given department or work area. Some of the languages used within Mayo Clinic are: C, C++, PowerBuilder, Java, JavaScript, Cobol, SQL, and Tandem Pathway.
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| Skills/Talents |
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Human relations skills, organization skills, communication skills, analytical skills, multitasking, problem-solving skills, positive personality, ability to work independently and with a team.
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| Work Setting |
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Small, cohesive teams positioned in close proximity to the department they support. Employees typically work in an office atmosphere and spend portions of their day within the department setting they support.
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| Work Hours |
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Typically 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday; however, most are "exempt" positions, meaning you work until the job is done without overtime pay. There is an "on-call" requirement depending on the department being supported, which would require being available anytime, day or night.
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| Education |
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Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
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| Qualifications |
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Must have knowledge of system design principles and computer programming. Must be responsible and accountable for your own activities. Must be able to interact with a variety of personnel at various levels within and outside Mayo Clinic.
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| Recommended High School Classes |
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college prep, keyboard/word processing, business, computer applications and science, English composition, physics, advanced math, and psychology
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| Minnesota Median Salary |
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$30.38/hr ($63,190.40/hr)
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