Network IT Specialist - Healthcare Environment

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Network IT Specialist to join our team, providing critical support to ensure optimal performance and security of our IT infrastructure in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network administration, server management, and technical support within a clinical or medical group setting.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless connectivity, security, and performance of healthcare IT systems. Your expertise will directly impact patient care by enabling reliable and secure communication across medical facilities, supporting clinicians and administrative staff with top-tier technical support. If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy working with cutting-edge technology, and are passionate about improving healthcare through innovative IT solutions, this role is perfect for you!, * Infrastructure Management: Maintain and optimize our on-premises server room, including the configuration and troubleshooting of Dell Servers and Cisco Switches.

• EMR & PM Support: Serve as the technical lead for our Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Advanced Premiere Practice Management (PM) software, ensuring high system uptime and functionality.
• Network Security: Manage firewalls, VLANs, and ensure secure connectivity across multiple clinical sites while ensuring HIPAA compliance and 100% uptime.
• Systems Administration: Administer Active Directory, group policies, and user permissions to maintain secure data access and prevent unauthorized access.
• Hardware Maintenance: Perform regular “rack and stack” duties, cable management, and hardware upgrades to keep the server room running smoothly and efficiently.
• Troubleshooting: Provide Tier 2/3 support for complex networking issues, particularly those that impact patient care or billing workflows, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Configure and support computer networking devices, ensuring secure connections across healthcare facilities while adhering to strict data privacy standards.

• Experience: 2-5+ years in IT systems or network administration, ideally within a healthcare or medical group environment.
• Networking: Proven proficiency with Cisco networking hardware (routing, switching, and security protocols).
• Hardware: Hands-on experience with Dell PowerEdge servers and storage solutions.
• Environment: Strong knowledge of on-premises server room environments, including cooling systems, UPS systems, and physical security.
• Certifications (Preferred): CCNA, MCSA, or other relevant industry certifications.

Looking for LOCAL talent in Networking NOT OUT OF STATE OR REMOTE., * IT Systems Administration: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CCNA (Required)
• MCSA (Required)
• CHPC (Preferred)
• CISSP (Preferred)

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

At Horizon Family, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the communities we serve. If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our successful, dynamic, and innovative multi-specialty group with 30+ locations in beautiful Hudson Valley NY. You will work with a team of compassionate and skilled Physicians, APPs, and support staff who are passionate about providing the highest quality care to our patients.

We value and encourage work-life balance. Horizon Family is committed to offering the best to each patient and to each team member as individuals.