Operational Database Administrator HIS

Job description
Osler is driven by a strategic Vision to go beyond for our people and communities. As part of this commitment we are embarking on an exciting digital transformation to implement a new modernized hospital information system (HIS). Our dedicated HIS team will collaborate closely with our trusted HIS vendor (Epic) and internal subject matter experts to develop a fully functional system that will empower us to deliver exceptional care and services.

The Operational Database Administrator plays a critical role in supporting and administering Epics underlying database and operational environments with a strong focus on Linux/Unixbased systems. This position is part of the HIS project team working closely with Epic technical resources and internal stakeholders to design deliver and maintain a highly available and optimized database environment to support clinical and nonclinical operations.

Accountabilities:
• Install configure and manage the Epic database environment primarily running on Linux servers
• Set up and maintain nonproduction production disaster recovery and reporting environments in alignment with Epics architecture and best practices
• Monitor database and system performance troubleshoot operational issues and conduct root cause analysis using commandline tools and scripting
• Apply system and database patches upgrades and security updates to ensure integrity and stability of the Epic infrastructure
• Perform environment cloning and refreshes as part of Epics environment strategy
• Collaborate with Infrastructure Security and HIS teams to ensure system resilience backup/restore procedures and business continuity
• Write maintain and enhance shell scripts or automation tools to streamline routine maintenance tasks and environment health checks
• Participate in the Epic change control process and manage technical tasks related to change deployments
• Document environment configuration deployment procedures and recovery processes to support longterm sustainability
• Work closely with Epic representatives internal analysts and subject matter experts during build validation and golive phases
• Achieve Epic certification and/or accreditation
• Participate in an oncall rotation to provide 24/7 support
• Work extended hours (days evenings nights weekends) as required

Qualifications :
• University degree or college diploma in computer science or a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum three years of experience with Unix/Linux system administration and scripting (e.g. Bash KornShell)
• Familiarity with InterSystems IRIS platform is an asset
• Experience managing enterprise applications or HIS in hospital environments especially EMRAM Stage 6 or higher is highly desirable
• Prior experience as a database administrator or Linux/Unix Systems administrator in a complex environment
• Understanding of high availability strategies and disaster recovery planning in Linuxbased systems
• Experience using tools like top vmstat iostat netstat crontab systemctl lsof etc. for system diagnostics and performance tuning
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and Windows environments is a plus but not essential
• Experience with Epic system components (e.g. Chronicles Hyperspace Interconnect) is considered a strong asset
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a detailoriented approach to documentation and issue resolution
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a highpressure timesensitive project environment
• Willingness to obtain and maintain relevant Epic certification(s)
• Ability to travel to the United States as required
• Must demonstrate Oslers Values of Respect Excellence Service Compassion Innovation and Collaboration

Additional Information :

Hours: Currently days (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

Salary Range: $85839.00 $107308.50

Application deadline: May 2 2025

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