Network Administrator

LMHS brand; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Ohio is seeking an IT Support Specialist to install and support local and wide area networks. This role involves monitoring security logs and resolving networking issues. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree or equivalent experience with 4+ years in IT support. The position requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work well under pressure. Join a team dedicated to improving community health through technology.

Qualifications

• Must live within 45 minutes for possible urgent networking issues.
• 4+ years experience in Information Technology Support.
• Proven ability to fix moderate to complex hardware and software issues.

Responsibilities

• Install and support local & wide area networks both wired and wireless.
• Monitor and maintain firewalls and network security logs.
• Participates in disaster recovery planning, testing, and implementation.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Communication skills

Information Systems support

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Firewalls

VOIP systems

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting‑edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life‑saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well‑being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state‑of‑the‑art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Install and support the organization's local & wide area networks both wired and wireless. Monitor and maintain firewalls. Monitor network and security logs and work within the team to correct any issues found. Work within the team to identify and make changes related to network infrastructure and security. Provision Internet access and establish VPNs. Responsible for the performance, maintenance, security, installation, upgrade of LAN/WAN. Maintain physical wiring closets. Maintain current & accurate device inventory. Work within the team to ensure high availability of LAN and WAN. Ability to troubleshoot and correct simple to moderately complex infrastructure issues. Ability to maintain and troubleshoot simple to moderately complex issues related to VOIP. Participates in DR planning, testing, and implementation. Works with other IS team members to ensure that servers & network infrastructure are installed in the data centers according to established standards. May be required to float throughout LMHS and perform other duties as requested.

Responsibilities

• Works Primarily within the Information Systems Department and with vendors.
• May Occasionally work with other LMHS department employees, physicians or leadership.
• Provides assistance to physicians and external customers.
• Able to read, comprehend, and teach complicated and detailed instructions in order to plan and perform position duties.
• Able to integrate and interpret data from diverse sources in order to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve Information Systems and communication related problems.
• Able to meet deadlines, to plan effectively, pay close attention to details, and follow‑up with the customer in a timely fashion.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Requirements

• Must live within 45 minutes for possible urgent networking issues.
• Associate's Degree in Computer Science or similar degree, or have acquired equivalent experience (4+ years).
• 4+ years experience of Information Technology Support.
• Proven ability to fix moderate to complex issues related to hardware and software.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and correct basic networking issues.
• Certification(s) related to Networking, Security or other Infrastructure preferred.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar degree, or have acquired equivalent experience (4+ years) Certification(s) related to Networking, Security or other Infrastructure preferred.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medicalhistory or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or othernon-meritbased factors protected by law.

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