Network Specialist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Network Specialist perform health plan provider orientations and conduct ongoing educational outreach with a focus on improving quality and financial outcomes within the provider network. Act as the primary point of contact for providers and assist with resolving a wide variety of issues related to claims, payment, credentialing, authorizations, and other operational areas. Act as liaison between providers and the health plan to enhance the business relationship.

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Requirements & Skills 1

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
2+ years of combined managed healthcare and provider reimbursement experience.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Clinical or health information management (HIM) experience preferred.
- Claims processing and/or managed care experience preferred.
- Current resident of Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Kittitas or Yakima Counites, or experience working with provider groups in this area of Washington state.
- Previous experience working with Medicaid patients and/or billing an asset

Job summary 2

Under the direction of the Provider Network Manager, the Network Specialist is responsible for establishing and maintaining medical provider and specialty provider relationships. The Network Specialist routinely interfaces with new and existing providers to secure direct contract agreements with the Company.

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Job summary 3

We are currently looking for a Network Specialist to join the team. The Network Specialist will have strong technical skills, be a critical thinker, and have a passion for system analysis. This role will work with a wide variety of teams and team members, providing support to the systems not only within our offices, but within warehouses & 3PLs as well.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Manage LAN and WAN including Firewalls, Routers, Switches and Wireless Access points
Manage and maintain Windows networks, Active Directory
- Provide IT technical support to all local and remote users through coordination and implementation of corporate wide helpdesk including investigating user problems, identify their source, determine, test, and implement solutions.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- Work closely with the Network Administrator providing IT security support such as implementing and maintaining network security measures

Requirements & Skills 3

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
5+ years experience in similar role
Experienced with the Google Suite, MS 365, Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, Fortinet, and Dell hardware
Fundamental understanding of Systems and Networking basics
- Critical thinking and active listening skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively
- Exceptional time management and project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize as needed

Job summary 4

The Network Specialist establishes and fosters a healthy working relationship between large physician practices, IPAs and Centene, as well as, serves as the primary contact for providers as a liaison between the providers and the health plan.

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Conduct monthly face-to-face meetings with the provider account representatives documenting discussions, issues, attendees, action items, and research claims issues on-site, where possible, and route to the appropriate party for resolution
Supports provider education and implementation of the risk and quality programs thorough improvement interventions and audits in relation to plan providers.
Perform provider training, orientation and coaching for provider performance improvement within the network
Receive and effectively respond to external provider related issues
Provide education on health plan’s innovative contracting strategies, risk programs and monthly engagement with provider.
Assist with claim resolution and Centene based incentive programs. Investigate, resolve and communicate provider claim issues and changes
- Initiate data entry of provider-related demographic information changes and oversee testing and completion of change requests for the network
- Educate providers regarding incentive programs, provider software tools, policies and procedures related to referrals and claims submission, website usage, EDI solicitation and related topics
- Perform provider orientations and ongoing provider education, including writing and updating orientation materials

Requirements & Skills 4

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
2-5 years of provider relations or contracting experience.
- Knowledge of health care, managed care, Medicare or Medicaid.
- Prior account management experience, a plus.
- Licenses/Certifications: Current state driver’s license.

Job summary 5

The Network Specialist installs, updates and configures operating systems for internal agency customers within established timeframes. Supports onboarding, moves and transfers. Creates accounts, installs hardware and software and resolves issues. Provides coordination and technical supervision of telecommunication projects and implementation. Assists in maintaining the operating system and security software on the network. Assists in on-site activity of contracted services and addresses server issues.

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Monitor’s service and problem ticket queue in order to assign, respond and resolve tickets within established SLA timeframes Daily. Daily monitoring of service and problem tickets in order to respond and resolve tickets within established SLA timeframes. Install, update and configure Operating System and all supported software applications (desktops, notebooks and mobile devices) and network equipment including asset management activities. Image workstations.
- Support staff onboarding, move, transfer, and terminations. Creation of and/or responding to helpdesk tickets. Provides OJT and mentoring to entry level IT staff. Installs, tests, and maintains network hardware and software and infrastructure. Maintains network support software and analyzes user support statistics, and recommends appropriate measures. Coordinates office move activities with third party vendors. Maintains the network's physical and logical structures, including network connections.
- Assists in maintaining the operating system and security software utilized on the network, including the addition of new users to the network and establishment of rights and privileges. Assist in on-site activity in support of contracted service issues. Assists in maintaining the local area network or wide area network, cable and hub/switch installations, inventories. Creates folders on server and sets permissions. Performs and/or monitor third party procedures for backup, recovery, and archival of files stored on the network. Coordinate, schedule, and/or complete telecommunication device and feature installations. Conducts product evaluations of upgraded or new hardware and software, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and potential benefits to the agency; and recommends enhancements to network facilities.
- Adds/removes users to\from groups to accommodate new users or supervisor requests for access. Provide technical supervision of implementation of telecommunications projects affecting the regions. The position would be involved with telecommunication vendors, other agency telecom staff when installing circuits, phone devices, routers, cabling office or new offices to make sure work orders are completed successfully by the vendor.

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Job summary 6

The Network Specialist installs, configures and maintains the organization's network. The successful incumbent will work with considerable independence in the technical aspects of the position. This position requires a certain degree of creativity and latitude. The Network Specialist performs all work in accordance with safety regulations, company policy, and OSHA standards.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Provides Help desk support and maintenance; server configuration, installation and maintenance
Builds and maintains networks; maintains external and internal web presence and administers the network.
Performs system back-ups on servers; designs and supports server system(s) and supporting software.
Exchange 2007/2010, SQL server, WSUS, network monitoring.
- Identify and implement time and cost saving solutions.
- Keep network computer and server up to date with latest security patches.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 6

Thorough knowledge of computer systems and methods
Knowledge of computer systems used at the installation
Knowledge of data communication-network services, protocols, data transmission, etc.
Knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures within the computer network administration field
Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally, graphically and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and supervisor
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in computer science, communications, or a closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in network administration or a related area.

Job summary 7

The Network Specialist is responsible for designing, managing, implementing, maintaining and supporting computer communication networks within or between organizations to ensure secured network, maximum performance and availability for their users.

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Requirements & Skills 7

5-7 years of experience in various data networks, voice and video infrastructure tools, technologies (depending on job requirements within the role)
Extensive Knowledge in more than 2 areas of domain i.e. Layer 2 & 3 internet working technologies, Polycom MGC/RMX consoles, VSX/HDX VC systems, display units, Matrix switchers, Crestron controls
- Expertise in designing & complex configuration of TCP/IP, routing protocols, Netflow, access-control lists, firewalls, DNS, VPN, IPSEC, AAA, TACACS
- Expertise with Wireless controllers, ACS, Load Balancers, all switches, routers and firewalls solution design and configuration
- Solution design experience in Nortel AVAYA systems: extensive knowledge of Legacy and IP enabled PBX systems (CS1000M, Call Pilot, Symposium)

Job summary 8

We are seeking a Network Specialist to support the Client Support Administrator by applying fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments. Perform work that requires practical experience and training. Work is performed under supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Performs system-level design and configuration of products including determination of hardware, OS, and other platform specifications.
Performs a variety of systems engineering tasks and activities that are broad in nature and are concerned with major systems design, integration, and implementation, including personnel, hardware, software, budgetary, and support facilities and/or equipment.
Provides quality assurance review and the evaluation of new and existing software products.
Assists with information systems operations activities, including computer and telecommunications/communications operations, data entry, data control, LAN/MAN/WAN administration, and operations support operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations.
- Monitors and response to hardware, software, and network problems.
- Provides the routine testing and analysis of all elements of the network facilities (including power, software, communications machinery, lines, modems, and terminals).
- Utilizes software and hardware tools and identifies and diagnoses complex problems and factors affecting network performance.

Requirements & Skills 8

Experience in local network administration
Prior experience installing updates and employing computer builds
Experience building cables and interconnects for rack installation
- Minimum 25% travel (nearby Military installations)
- Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance required
- Excellent package of comprehensive benefits for full-time employees beginning the first day of employment.

Job summary 9

As a Network Specialist, you will ensure all required dealer documents are secured for activation and launch. Perform the administrative and support functions for the Management System. Maintain the dealer database, as well as perform the initial review and analysis of dealer proposals and agreement packages.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Analyze and review new dealer, buy sell, relocation, renewal, dealer ownership change proposals and new dealer presentation proposals. Resolve any document or information discrepancies with Region Dealer Network Manager and ensure required documentation is obtained. At all times, uphold established company standards and guidelines.
Provide guidance to Region Dealer Network Managers on compilation of proper documents required in dealer packages and disseminate to internal departments to ensure coordination of activities that lead to proper dealer activation and launch.
- Maintain the Dealer Network database.
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of documents and work prepared by the Dealer Network Agreement Specialist and of packages submitted by the Regions.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements & Skills 9

4-7 years progressive exempt-level wholesale automotive experience.
- BS/BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prior Dealer Placement/Dealer Network experience.
- Prior market analysis experience including color graphics workstation, demographic studies, and mapping.

Job summary 10

The Network Specialist is responsible for providing quality services and solutions to our clients while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. You will perform client onboarding, hosted voice installs, basic service based repair calls, and proactive maintenance both remotely and at client locations.

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Requirements & Skills 10

Associate’s Degree and 2+ years of experience or equivalent experience

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