Epic Operational Database Administrator

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Time Type: Full time

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Position Summary:

The Database Administrator II (Epic Operational Database Administrator) (ODBA) supports the administration, performance, and integrity of our Epic operational database environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing Epic's InterSystems Iris/Cache (Chronicles) database, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain Epic Iris database infrastructure and operational DB systems (Chronicles)
• Monitor database performance, tune configurations, and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Manage backups, restores, and disaster recovery protocols.
• Collaborate with Epic application teams, report writers, and infrastructure teams to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Apply patches, upgrades, and Epic version releases in coordination with application teams and Epic support.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare data security regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
• Assist with data archiving, purging strategies, and database refreshes as needed.
• Support Epic upgrade projects and assist in integration of third-party tools.
• Create and maintain documentation for database processes, standards, and procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience as a DBA, with at least 2 years supporting Epic systems.
• Proficiency with Epic Chronicles databases.
• Familiarity with SQL Server and/or Oracle database administration.
• Familiarity with Linux, Storage (SAN) technologies, and backup tools
• Working knowledge of healthcare data privacy and security best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system and data issues.

Preferred:

• Epic certifications in Operational Database Administration (ODBA)
• Experience with Hyperspace, Hyperdrive, Interconnect, Bridges, or other Epic modules.
• Exposure to scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash) and automation tools.
• Experience in a healthcare or clinical IT environment.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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