Sr Database Administrator

Exemption Status:

“Pay scale information is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any selected candidate or employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, qualifications, and other factors.  A full review of our comprehensive pay and benefits will be discussed at the offer stage with the selected candidate.”

This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. is looking for extraordinary people to join our team!

Why join MedImpact? Because our success is dependent on you; innovative professionals with top notch skills who thrive on opportunity, high performance, and teamwork. We look for individuals who want to work on a team that cares about making a difference in the value of healthcare.

At MedImpact, we deliver leading edge pharmaceutical and technology related solutions that dramatically improve the value of health care. We provide superior outcomes to those we serve through innovative products, systems, and services that provide transparency and promote choice in decision making. Our vision is to set the standard in providing solutions that optimize satisfaction, service, cost, and quality in the healthcare industry. We are the premier Pharmacy Benefits Management solution!

Job Description

Summary:  The Sr Database Administrator performs database and software life-cycle activities to ensure highest level of system performance and availability in compliance with business requirements. This position partners with other Information Technology team members to accomplish planning, implementation and maintenance of database related infrastructure for legacy and new business application systems.  This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity, security and availability of multiple database(s). Other key job duties include disaster recovery, performance analysis and tuning, index maintenance and monitoring of data.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Creates, monitors, and maintains company databases by responding to a variety of internal and external database customer requests and assignments from management. 
• Provides database back-up, archiving, monitoring, data analysis and troubleshoots data issues.
• Main responsibilities include working with company defined (MS SQL Server) software installations; user and schema creation, maintenance, and auditing; data mapping, loading, and quality control; backup and recovery; space and runtime performance tuning; monitoring and maintenance of data replication processes; and development of supporting scripts and procedures. 
• Assists with related task planning, training and technical direction of other DBA’s or IT software engineers and developers.
• Provides technical expertise for the organization’s use of relational database and related technologies. 
• Researches and recommends current and trending database technologies that offer the organization ways to improve its level of service to customers and maintains its leading edge over competitors
• Provides peer reviews for work produced by other DBA’s and/or software engineers.
• Develops, documents, automates, and assesses DBA processes while looking for ways to improve current processes and streamline efforts. Trains others on the IT DBA Team and within the Information Technology department on databases related to repeatable processes.
• Provides on-call support after hours and on weekends (on a rotational basis) per the department’s on-call agreement to meet SLA’s and metrics.

Supervisory Responsibilities        

No supervisory responsibilities.

Client Responsibilities

This is an internal and external client facing position that requires excellent customer service skills and interpersonal communication skills (listening/verbal/written).  One must be able to; manage difficult or emotional client situations; Respond promptly to client needs; Solicit client feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance from clients; Meet commitments to clients.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                             

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) along with 8-12+ years’ related experience.

Computer Skills - Must possess solid skills in the following areas:

• Multiple programming languages and systems including those currently used in industry.
• SQL Server programming and databases, SQL, PL/SQL, SSIS, SSRS as well as a solid understanding of latest technologies and programming languages
• Thorough knowledge of software methodologies, distributed networking, databases, and multiprocessing applications
• MedImpact’s legacy systems knowledge (preferred)
• Hardware architecture, disk arrays, drives and hardware capacity requirements.
• Oracle relational database architecture, design and maintenance
• Scripting tools including: AWK, KornShell (ksh), and PERL among others
• Unix, Linux and AIX operating systems
• Design, development, design patterns, and complete application development lifecycle
• Database interfacing and relational database management systems (RDBMS such as MS SQL or similar)
• High Availability and disaster recovery technologies including Always on or similar

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required, but any of the following certifications are a plus:

• MSSQL Certification

Other Skills and Abilities                                                    

• Ability to work independently under general direction and as a cohesive team member with excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Good verbal, written communication and presentation skills. 
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, and follow-up skills. 
• Must be available for on-call work after-hours and weekend work as needed.

Reasoning Ability                                                    

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills                                                 

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Competencies                                                

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Location

This position must work on-site at the San Diego Headquarters for purposes of providing adequate support to internal clients; being available for face-to-face interactions and coordination of work with other employees, colleagues, clients, or vendors; as well as for facilitation of quick and effective decisions through collaboration with stakeholders.  Remote work is not an option for these purposes.

Working Hours

This is an exempt level position requiring one to work the hours needed to get the job done.  Therefore one must have the flexibility to work beyond traditional hours and be able to work nights, weekends or on holidays as required.  This may be changed from time to time to meet the needs of the business.  Typical core business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Travel - This position may require domestic travel as well as attendance at various local conferences and meetings.

The Perks:

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off / Company Paid Holidays
• Incentive Compensation
• 401K with Company match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

To explore all that MedImpact has to offer, and the greatness you can bring to our teams, please submit your resume to www.medimpact.com/careers

MedImpact, is a privately-held pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) headquartered in San Diego,
California. Our solutions and services positively influence healthcare outcomes and expenditures, improving the position of our clients in the market. MedImpact offers high-value solutions to payers, providers and consumers of healthcare in the U.S. and foreign markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Male/Female/Disabilities/Veterans

OSHA/ADA:

To perform this job successfully, the successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.