Healthcare IT DBA Engineer

Optum intro standard Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Health IT DBA Engineer to maintain, secure, and monitor database in a healthcare environment. This includes the skills for operating databases and ensuring the data is correctly stored and retrieved. A DBA works with others to ensure standards and best practices are followed, maintain a flexible schedule to implement fixes and upgrades at various times during the day or night, including some weekends, along with a commitment to 24x7 on-call support.

Design, create, and maintain databases Ensuring data security and integrity - applying security patches on schedule or when requested/required Backing up and restoring databases, as well as implementing and using failover procedures Ensure ETL jobs are run and finish correctly; troubleshoot and run fix executions needed when there are issues Monitoring, tuning, and optimizing database for performance - know how to use the SHOWPLAN run execution cost analysis tool to optimize queries Identifying and resolving database-related issues Ensuring data is synchronized correctly between databases Developing database maintenance procedures Managing user access to databases Data warehouse management Ensuring compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations Develop, maintain, and optimize SQL stored procedures to support data integration and reporting requirements Design and manage complex SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) packages for automated data workflows Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze SQL server requirements Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation, providing critical support and ensuring prompt resolution of urgent system issues Document processes, create detailed technical specifications, and provide knowledge transfer to team members Work off a ticketing system to track issues and requests Possesses a strong understanding of both technical and business needs related to healthcare Primary Qualifications: Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience Must be proficient in the following platforms - Microsoft and Oracle (Microsoft proficiency is a must) Extensive experience in SQL stored procedures and SSIS package development Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities Solid communication skills with a collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork Dedicated, self-motivated, flexible, and self-directed with a strong work ethic Willingness and ability to provide 24x7 on-call support as part of a rotation Microsoft SQL Server DBA Certification (MCSA) Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with additional healthcare best practices, tools and standards. Solid knowledge of healthcare Epic standards and data modules - Caboodle, Clarity, Slicer Dicer, and Epic Radar Clarity and Cogito Administrator Certification Experience in mentoring junior team members or collaborating with a number of different healthcare systems across the US A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field Several years of experience in data engineering, IT support or systems administration Proficiency in SQL, SSIS, HTML, and software engineering principles Working knowledge of Linux, Oracle, Microsoft Access and UNIX systems Familiarity with programming languages API or scripting languages Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain