Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, weekends off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

The Database Administrator (DBA) Level 3 position is part of the team responsible for the operational support of business-critical database systems. The DBA Level 3 (Sr. DBA), performs tasks needed to administer Microsoft SQL Server. The Sr. DBA demonstrates strong communication skills, the ability to build functional relationships with team members and users, and excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. 

Schedule: Fulltime shifts typically include eight-hour days Monday through Friday, with evenings and weekends off, although may be adjusted to align with clinic’s operational hours.

Compensation: Pay range depending on experience

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

What You Can Expect:

• Monitor database server health and performance
• Install, patch, configure, and maintain SQL Server
• Analyze and resolve common and complex issues/faults in SQL Server and related infrastructure, providing issue resolution end-to-end
• Query and understand data from SQL Server system dynamic management objects
• Write T-SQL queries and scripts to investigate issues
• Maintain a high degree of security by implementing changes to access rights in SQL Server and Windows Server
• Work with other IT teams to identify and understand technical needs and solutions
• Work with other IT teams to analyze and resolve issues
• Review relational database designs and T-SQL code for application development teams
• Upgrade SQL Server to newer versions
• Migrate databases between servers and platforms
• Research and implement improvements to database system performance, integrity, and security, and compliance
• Create, maintain and follow database administration team standards and procedures
• Provide 24x7 on-call support on a rotating basis
• Flexible to work off-hours, including weekends and holidays, as required
• Perform other tasks and functions as required as needed
• Able to challenge, mentor, and grow the skills of junior DBAs (and possibly developers)

Successful Candidates Bring:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
• Proofreads accurately

Education/Training:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in production environments
• A minimum of 5 years of experience writing T-SQL
• A minimum of 5 year of experience working with relational databases concepts
• SQL Server administration experience including: SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Agent, Database auditing and control, Database security, Database design and code development, Troubleshooting and resolving faults in SQL Server and related infrastructure, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Microsoft Azure database administration experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server
• Strong understanding of relational database concepts (e.g., tables, columns, rows, primary keys, foreign keys, indexes, normalization).
• Strong understanding of security and permissions in SQL Server
• Proven troubleshooting skills
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
• Strong documentation skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, information systems management, or equivalent
• Administering databases for in-house-built applications
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance reuireemnts as it related to database administration

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI’s Differentiator:
Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you! www.dciinc.jobs

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at Accommodations@dciinc.org or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see: 

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and

https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.

Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at: https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles