Lead Database Administrator

Temple University Health System; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health is seeking a Lead Database Administrator to oversee Oracle, SQL and Cache databases across UNIX/Linux and Windows environments. The role includes design, implementation, monitoring, and 24/7 on-call support within a busy healthcare setting.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in CS/IS, 5+ years of systems/database admin experience, and familiarity with PeopleSoft or Epic projects; on-site three days per week at Temple Health Women’s and Families Hospital in Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred or combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• 5 years experience with UNIX/Linux/Windows shell scripting and database management required.
• 5 years experience with Oracle/SQL/Cache management, tuning and configuration.
• 1 year healthcare/hospital environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team and provide 24/7 on-call support.
• Design, implement, monitor, and maintain Oracle/SQL/Cache databases across UNIX/Linux/Windows environments.
• Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and backup/recovery planning.
• Ensure data security and compliance for protected information assets.
• Develop and maintain database standards and documentation.

Skills

UNIX/Linux

PowerShell scripting

Oracle/SQL/Cache

PeopleSoft

Epic projects

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS/IS

Master’s Degree in CS/Management

Combination of education and experience considered

Tools

Oracle Certified Professional

MS Certified Solutions Associate

Job description

Lead Database Administrator – (264318)

Description

Provides direction, and technical support for the TUHS database environment in accordance with system life cycle methodology and current industry standards. Designs, implements, monitors, and maintains Oracle/ SQL/Cache databases, including UNIX/Linux/Windows shell scripting, in UNIX/Linux/ Windows environments. Develops standards, identifies and corrects problems, seeks opportunities for improvement, and proposes change. Maintains production stability, backup and recovery, installation, and upgrades. Responsible for database capacity planning and advises users on database performance. Responsible for quality control and auditing of databases to ensure accurate and appropriate use of data. Ensures minimal risk exposure of protected and sensitive information assets. Researches, reviews, analyzes, recommends and implements enterprise database standards, architectures and technologies. Develops documentation and maintain materials where appropriate. Promotes inclusion of customers in the design, implementation and use of technology. Leads a technical team and provides 24 7 on-call support for areas of responsibility.

This role requires three days on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) at Temple Health Women’s and Families Hospital.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field Required

Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Management or related field Preferred or

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Experience

5 years experience with systems administration, UNIX/Linux/Windows shell or Windows PowerShell scripting Required

5 years experience with Oracle, SQL, or Cache management, tuning and configuration, working in a multi-project environment Required

5 years experience working in PeopleSoft and/or Epic projects Preferred

3 years experience with IS project management, business analysis, and planning Preferred

1 year experience working in a healthcare/ hospital environment Preferred

Licenses

MS Certified Solutions Assc Preferred or

Oracle Certified Professional Preferred

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is committed to setting new standards for preventing, diagnosing and treating major diseases in our community and across the nation. Achieving that goal means investing in our employees’ success through staff and leadership development. Our recruitment strategy is to attract and retain a diverse, high performing workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for our patients and colleagues alike.

Primary Location

: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

Job

: Information Technology

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Job

Employee Status

: Regular