Database Administrator (Hospital - SQL Server)

Database Administrator (Hospital - SQL Server) Database Administrator – responsible for maintaining and updating integrated systems, reviewing technical issues, recommending solutions, designing and directing implementation of enhancements, and developing complex solutions for integrated systems.

Qualifications

Two to three years professional level experience in a computer systems operations or support position

Baccalaureate Degree in computer science, information systems management, or a closely related field preferred. Prior experience may be substituted for Baccalaureate Degree

Two to three years prior experience with office automation applications and personal computers; related office support software (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook) and other software applications that are unique to each department

Knowledge of current industry standard database tools, utilities, operating systems software, and standard automation software

Knowledge of relational database administration concepts, with applicable knowledge of industry standard tools

Knowledge of wireless hardware and software concepts

Knowledge of computer hardware architecture, characteristics, troubleshooting, and repair techniques

HIPAA related standards and data sensitivity issues

Ability to demonstrate and maintain effective working relationships with management, staff, vendors, and other hospital information systems staff

Ability to design procedural guidelines and application documentation

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

Ability to troubleshoot an array of systems as required to isolate and diagnose problems

Ability to provide understandable technical support to management and staff

Ability to configure client/server services in and apart from the existing Active Directory environment

Responsibilities The Database Administrator is responsible for maintaining and updating integrated systems; reviewing technical issues and recommending solutions; designing and directing implementation of enhancements and revised functions, and developing complex solutions for integrated systems.

Analyzes trends and issues; resolves concerns and problems of user community; interprets concerns, defines desired results, implements solutions, and recommends direction of new I.S. strategies

Assures functionality, compatibility and stability of assigned systems and associated network devices; configures client servers for optimum system performance

Within an Active Directory network, evaluates, tests, implements approved Group Policies

Creates and updates Hospital internal and external websites, creates web pages, analyzes website use, makes recommendations and implements solutions

Assures proper integration with other computer systems; coordinates work necessary to meet requirements

Evaluates new hardware, software and related equipment

Troubleshoots network as required to isolate and diagnose semicomplex system and network problems

Acts as Hospital Database Administrator, offering assistance and guidance on all SQL DB applications

Works with outside Business Partners in establishing secure data transfer and data access connections via VPN or pre-established secure sites

Configures and installs network devices and peripherals as assigned

Provides assistance in enhancing technical skills within the I.S. department

Participates in programming activities such as software implementation and maintenance: analyzes, tests, and makes recommendations on alternative equipment or software configurations

Performs database administration and problem analysis of database software as necessary

Performs upgrades on various database installations, including server and client side applications

Assists with installation, configuration, and maintenance of the organization’s LAN workstations

Participates in installation of various wireless technology products and the decision process regarding appropriate equipment for each wireless technology, according to the desired application of that technology. Implements security of said wireless installations.

Provides troubleshooting and support to end users of wireless products

Confer and consult with staff and vendors as required

Answers user questions and resolves user problems related to the use and operation of automated information systems

Assures the functionality, stability, and compatibility of assigned systems and/or associated network devices

Performs other duties as assigned

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Information Technology

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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