Senior Database Administrator

Job description
Are you a highly skilled and experienced database administrator looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Do you have a passion for managing and optimizing complex databases to support critical healthcare operations? If so, we invite you to consider joining our team at Mercy as a Senior Database Administrator.As a Senior Database Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our database systems to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to our patients. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to lead and mentor junior database administrators.To excel in this role, you must have a deep understanding of database management and administration principles, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in database administration are required.At Mercy, we are committed to providing a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member can grow and thrive. If you are ready to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join us in our mission to serve and care for our community.

Manage and maintain all databases used by the organization, ensuring high levels of performance, availability, and security.

Optimize database systems for maximum efficiency and scalability, ensuring the best possible performance for critical healthcare operations.

Monitor and troubleshoot database issues, identifying and resolving any problems that may arise in a timely manner.

Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure the integrity and availability of data.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new database systems to support business needs.

Lead and mentor junior database administrators, providing guidance and support to help them grow and develop their skills.

Proactively identify and implement solutions to improve database performance and reliability.

Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and trends, and make recommendations for their implementation as needed.

Create and maintain documentation of database processes, procedures, and standards.

Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of database systems.

Work closely with application developers to ensure database changes are properly tested and deployed.

Adhere to security and compliance standards to ensure the protection of sensitive data.

Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical database issues.

Collaborate with external vendors to troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.

Continuously monitor and improve database performance and capacity to meet the growing needs of the organization.

Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Read more