Network and Systems Administrator

About Us: Founded in 2004 by local physicians Animas Surgical Hospital has been an integral part of the Four Corners region for more than two decades. Our goal has never been to be the only hospital in Durango but to be the best option for surgery diagnostic imaging emergency care occupational medicine and internal medicine.

Our Mission: To provide innovative exceptional healthcare that patients recommend physicians prefer and employees are proud of.

Job Title: Network and Systems Administrator

Job Summary: The Network & Systems Administrator is responsible for the design implementation operation security and support of the hospitals network and server infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability availability and security of IT systems that support clinical care surgical services and administrative operations. The position combines core network administration and systems administration functions and serves as a key technical resource within a specialty or surgical hospital environment where system uptime data security and regulatory compliance are critical.

Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer

Salary Range: $104062 - $138153 per year (salary range is intentionally broad as pay will be determined based on qualifications experience and eligibility for bonuses)

Essential Job Functions:

Network Administration

• Design configure monitor and support LAN/WAN firewalls wireless and VPN infrastructure.
• Ensure high availability and performance for clinical systems EHRs PACS VoIP and medical devices.
• Manage network security controls and troubleshoot connectivity issues.

Systems Administration

• Administer Windows and/or Linux servers and virtualization platforms.
• Manage Active Directory DNS DHCP and authentication services.
• Perform patching upgrades backups and disaster recovery operations.

Security Compliance & Risk Management

• Support HIPAA Joint Commission and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Participate in audits risk assessments and incident response activities.

Clinical & Operational Support

• Support infrastructure for clinical and surgical applications.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex infrastructure issues impacting hospital operations.

Additional Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy mission and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes programs and the working environment.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Associates or Bachelors degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience.

Experience: 35 years of experience in combined network and systems administration roles. Hands-on experience with networking servers virtualization and security technologies. Strong troubleshooting documentation and communication skills. Healthcare or hospital IT experience preferred. Healthcare or hospital IT experience. Experience supporting EHRs PACS imaging systems and medical device connectivity. Industry certifications such as CCNA Network Security Microsoft or VMware certifications.

Physical Requirements

This position requires lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling up to 15 at times. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures

Environmental hazards such as chemicals solvents needles needle containers sharps blood body fluids various infectious/communicable diseases infectious medical waste radiation and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.

Animas Health Immunizations and Vaccinations Requirements

Aligns with CDCs Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel

• Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals
• Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)
• Measles Mumps and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles Mumps and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination
• Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine
• Tetanus diphtheria pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis Screening -Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months

*Vaccine records or evidence of immunity are required prior to 1^st day of scheduled work.

Animas Health is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.

We Offer Competitive Pay and Benefits

Employment with us provides competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial well-being and professional growth.

Eligible employees enjoy:

• Health Vision and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Education and Tuition benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts
• Additional optional benefits

Where You Will Work: Click here to learn more about Durango Co.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority