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Laboratory Technical Specialist | UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care - Intracoastal | Full-Time | Days
UF Health · Jacksonville, FL
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Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Jacksonville, FL
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Jacksonville area earn a median of $26.99 per hour, about $56,140 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.81 and $33.39. That ranks 172nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay, and 226th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jacksonville.
- $26.99median pay per hour, Jacksonville
- $22–$33typical range per hour
- 3,720employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Jacksonville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Healthcare IT Support Specialist pay in Jacksonville, FL
The metro median is 3% below the Florida statewide median of $27.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.01 per hour. BLS counts about 3,720 computer user support specialists employed in the Jacksonville metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.35 | $38,170 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.81 | $45,360 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.99 | $56,140 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.39 | $69,450 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.17 | $89,790 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Jacksonville ranks
- 172nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 226th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 20 Florida 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 Jacksonville run 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.99 median hour buys what $27.13 buys at the national price level, 6% below 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 Jacksonville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$972
- Per year: $48,582
- Per month: $4,048
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jacksonville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Jacksonville
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Southside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Shands Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Riverside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Memorial Hospital Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nh Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| River Point Behavioral Health Jacksonville, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Wekiva Springs Jacksonville, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Coast, FL | 61 mi | $25.38/hr | 106,729 |
| Gainesville, FL | 61 mi | $22.61/hr | 148,720 |
| Ocala, FL | 85 mi | $24.67/hr | 70,251 |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 86 mi | $25.38/hr | 86,015 |
| Port Orange, FL | 93 mi | $25.38/hr | 66,556 |
| Valdosta, GA | 103 mi | $22.50/hr | 55,667 |
Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs in Florida · Healthcare IT Support Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do healthcare it support specialists make in Jacksonville, FL?
Healthcare IT Support Specialists in the Jacksonville metro area have a median pay of $26.99 per hour, about $56,140 a year. The middle half earn between $21.81 and $33.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jacksonville a good place for healthcare it support specialists once cost of living is counted?
Jacksonville ranks 226th of 341 metro areas for healthcare it support specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 172nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do healthcare it support specialists work in Jacksonville?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville, led by Mayo Clinic. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Jacksonville as a healthcare it support specialist?
Help desk or desktop support experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Jacksonville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Jacksonville and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Jacksonville.
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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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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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