NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

Responsibilities

JOB TITLE: NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Network Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the enterprise network infrastructure across multiple facilities. This role ensures secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity to support clinical and administrative operations 24/7. The Network Administrator manages LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and firewall systems, oversees network security and performance, and ensures compliance with regulatory and cybersecurity standards.

This position serves as a technical leader within the IT Engineering team, providing expertise in network design, troubleshooting, and project execution. The Network Administrator collaborates closely with Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, and Information Security teams to deliver scalable network solutions that align with organizational strategy, improve operational efficiency, and support patient care excellence.

Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs, implements, and maintains enterprise network infrastructure supporting LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and Internet connectivity across all Manatee Health facilities.
• Administers and monitors network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, ensuring reliable, secure, and high-performing connectivity.
• Analyzes and resolves complex network issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions to maintain optimal uptime and service levels.
• Oversees VPN administration, including user provisioning, access control, and activity monitoring to maintain secure remote connectivity.
• Develops, documents, and maintains network architecture diagrams, configuration records, and change logs to support operational integrity and audit readiness.
• Implements and enforces network security policies in collaboration with Information Security, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission, and other regulatory standards.
• Manages network performance through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and scheduled upgrades to support organizational growth and reliability.
• Participates in network-related projects, including design, implementation, and vendor management, to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions.
• Coordinates with systems engineering, telecommunications, and security teams to ensure integration and continuity of operations.
• Contributes to disaster recovery and business continuity planning by maintaining secure backups of network configurations and developing recovery procedures.
• Serves as an escalation point for complex technical issues, providing guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Participates in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for network-related incidents.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and evaluates solutions to enhance performance, cost-effectiveness, and system reliability.
  
  

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System, a weight-loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services. Manatee Memorial Hospital also offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs.

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
  
  

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required; Master's Degree Preferred

Experience: Five years of network administration, active directory, virtualization technology, server patching/management, and supporting Cisco devices and single sign on

Mimimum Age: 18 years of age

Work Conditions: Heavy sitting and keyboard use/repetitive hand motion, and light standing, walking, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching/working overhead and pushing and/or lifting up to 25 pounds

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Pay Transparency:

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.