Network Engineer Associate AHF

Atrium Health Navicent; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employer retirement plan with match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Atrium Health Navicent in Macon, GA is seeking a Network & Telecommunications Engineer to maintain the enterprise network across hospitals, medical offices, and administrative facilities. You will monitor performance, resolve issues, and implement network changes with guidance from senior engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 1 year of IT/networking experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Cisco CCST certification preferred within first year of hiring.
• 1 year IT or networking experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the technical performance of network systems for the enterprise, including hospitals and offices.
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues; escalate when needed.
• Assist in configuring switches, routers, and wireless systems with guidance from senior staff.
• Collaborate with multiple IS departments and vendors to ensure stable connectivity.

Skills

Network protocols

Routing protocols

Wireless protocols

IPAM/DNS/DHCP

Client/server

Switches & routers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Cisco CCST certification preferred

Job description

Department
12298 Enterprise Corporate - Network & Telecommunications Engineering

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 CommitmenttoYou
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, andShort- 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 HealthAdvocate 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.
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