Job Information
University of Utah Health Systems Administrator II in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position performs the install of software releases and system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches, and helps identify and troubleshoot software and performance related problems. Performs and helps define routine system backups and recovery tasks. Maintains and monitors systems, including configurations and alerts to ensure data integrity, continuity and availability. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Supports Microsoft Windows Server or UNIX environment.
Analyzes system logs or events and identify potential issues with servers.
Develops, documents and performs tasks needed to integrate new technologies into existing data center environments.
Completes audits and reviews of systems and software and network infrastructure.
Completes data backups and migrations as needed.
Applies operating system updates, patches, and configuration in coordination with senior Team members.
Assists in the development of scripts to install and configure new hardware and software.
Adds, removes, or updates user account information, resetting passwords, etc.
Investigates technical queries and resolves user issues.
Documents the configuration of systems and processes in collaboration with senior Team members.
Triages and remediates reported problems.
Collaborates with senior team members on system performance tuning and testing.
Contributes to the development of protocols to validate that the system infrastructure is up and running.
Understands, follows, and implements appropriate change management controls.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policies.
Detail oriented, process focused, ability to learn in a fast paced environment and communicate effectively.
Knowledge of and adherence to change control processes in a large production environment.
Document and perform the deployment of highly available technologies leveraging replication, load balancing, and geographic clustering.
Perform the install and configuration of server hardware including operating system in collaboration with senior Team members.
Participate in standard monitoring requirements and scripting or applying additional setting requirements in collaboration with senior Team members.
Ability to triage and perform troubleshooting hardware and system level problems.
Participate in the architecture and design of systems configurations from system architects.
Follow established implementation standards and guidelines in collaboration with senior team members.
Performs the documentation of implementation and installation guidelines in collaboration with senior Team members.
Ability to understand and adhere to security policies and procedures.
Understanding of RTLS/RFID technology
Self-motivated doesn’t need constant supervision
Database background is helpful
Report writing experience
Network knowledge (Wireless preferred, Cisco knowledge helpful, cabling)
Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Highly Organized
Ability to analyze large amounts of data
Must be able to troubleshoot challenging technical problems
Must be able to learn new technology and find creative solutions to problems
-Work above ceiling level
-Spend long periods of time working in hospital and clinic floors
-Follow Hospital Facilities and Engineering guidelines
-Use of ladders and various tools
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- Experience in systems administration.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This is a sedentary position that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 72781
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8-5
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name Information Technology Services
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department COR ISC 17A RTLS
Category Information Technology
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
