Network Engineer Associate AHF

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family benefits

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Network & Telecommunications Engineer to support enterprise infrastructure across hospitals, medical offices, and administrative facilities. This on-site role involves implementing routine network changes, monitoring performance, and resolving issues with clear escalation paths.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, at least one year of IT experience, and Cisco certifications within the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• 1 year IT experience or equivalent knowledge.
• CCST or higher certification within first year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain network system performance across enterprise facilities.
• Monitor and resolve network issues, escalate when needed.
• Assist in implementing routine network changes with guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate with IS teams and vendors for stable connectivity.
• Follow change management processes and document resolutions.
• Install and configure network components as directed.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Customer support

Time management

Independent work

Network protocols

IPAM/DNS/DHCP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Routers

Switches

Cisco equipment

IPAM/DNS/DHCP

Job description

Department

12298 Enterprise Corporate - Network & Telecommunications Engineering

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Onsite, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

Major Responsibilities

• Maintains the technical performance of network systems supporting the enterprise, which includes hospitals, medical office buildings, physician practices, administrative and financial offices, and all support facilities.
• Monitors system performance and takes appropriate action to ensure the best performance and utilization of network resources. Participates in localized problem determination and resolution. Seeks guidance from senior staff or escalates appropriately.
• Supports the networking systems, working with multiple IS departments and vendors to provide stable and reliable network connectivity. Demonstrates basic knowledge of the network infrastructure for which they provide administration.
• Implement routine risk network changes and design network solutions (switches, routers, and system hardware) with guidance from senior engineers while following established designs and configurations previously developed.
• Works in both in a team setting and independently, accepting instruction and leadership from fellow team members.
• Works well under pressure, able to multi-task.
• Follows defined protocols for working with customers. Resolves help desk tickets and network problems. Tracks and trends issues and drives resolution. Understands and follows change management processes.
• Physically and logically install components (routers, switches, physical cabling, UPS, etc) into a single unified network under the direction of more experienced network engineers.
• Assists in less complex projects to define network infrastructure requirements and recommendations for appropriate solutions. Participates in determining hardware, software, and administrative standards and procedures.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) or higher within first year of hiring

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Computer Science or related.

Experience Required

1 year experience in IT or equivalent knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• This position will require proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Ability to effectively handle customer contacts and problem resolution.
• Time Management - Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently, manage priorities, and complete assignments in a timely manner and meet productivity standards.
• Strong ability to work independently, exercise judgment and creativity in analyzing and solving unusual problems or situations that arise.
• Knowledge of network protocols, routing protocols, wireless protocols and broadband.
• Knowledge/skills in client/server, general networking, IPAM/DNS/DHCP, Internet, and hardware - routers, switches, etc.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be available for callback support on a regular basis. This position requires evenings and weekend hours at times for conversions, due to schedules.
• Must have own dependable transportation.
• Employee does not have direct patient contact.
• Must be able to sit up to 80% of each workday.
• Must be able to perform fine hand manipulation when using computer keyboard and be able to type 50%+ of the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and kneel.
• Must have ability to perform work-related travel.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Certificate/License: Cisco Certifications preferred

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.