PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Technical Specialist/Lab - Quality
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL
Pay for healthcare it support specialists in the Tuscaloosa area centers on $30.20 per hour, or about $62,810 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.91 and the upper quarter over $33.96. That ranks 49th of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 8th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tuscaloosa.
- $30.20median pay per hour, Tuscaloosa
- $23–$34typical range per hour
- 490employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Tuscaloosa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Technical Specialist/Lab
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Technical Specialist/Lab- Bloodbank
DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Tuscaloosa, AL
The metro median is 29% above the Alabama statewide median of $23.49 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 490 computer user support specialists employed in the Tuscaloosa metro area, 4.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.34 | $40,230 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.91 | $47,650 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.20 | $62,810 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.96 | $70,640 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.63 | $86,590 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Tuscaloosa ranks
- 49th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 8th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for healthcare it support specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Computer User Support Specialists.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Tuscaloosa run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.20 median hour buys what $34.43 buys at the national price level, 19% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tuscaloosa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,087
- Per year: $54,360
- Per month: $4,530
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tuscaloosa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Tuscaloosa
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dch Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tuscaloosa Va Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Bryce Hospital Tuscaloosa, AL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Mary S Harper Geriatric Psychiatry Center Tuscaloosa, AL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 43 mi | $23.83/hr | 93,013 |
| Birmingham, AL | 47 mi | $23.83/hr | 196,357 |
| Montgomery, AL | 95 mi | $23.52/hr | 195,818 |
| Decatur, AL | 98 mi | $26.69/hr | 57,974 |
| Madison, AL | 111 mi | $23.59/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 112 mi | $23.59/hr | 230,402 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Alabama · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama
Healthcare IT support specialists keep workstations, devices and clinical applications running for care teams.
- Help desk or desktop support experience
- CompTIA A+ or similar for many roles
- Comfort working with clinical staff
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Tuscaloosa metro area have a median pay of $30.20 per hour, about $62,810 a year. The middle half earn between $22.91 and $33.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tuscaloosa a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Tuscaloosa ranks 8th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 49th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Tuscaloosa?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa, led by Dch Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Tuscaloosa as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place healthcare it support specialists in Tuscaloosa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tuscaloosa and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tuscaloosa.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 7 postings$37.08/ hr$33–$41
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 1 posting$60.58/ hr$50–$72
- ChristianaCareNewark, DE · 1 posting$54.74/ hr$42–$67
- Fairview Health ServicesMinneapolis, MN · 1 posting$53.35/ hr$44–$63
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2What they are offering now
Low$21Median$37.08High$57
22 IT Support postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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