Systems Administrator - Radiation Oncology

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking to hire a Systems Administrator who will be responsible for implementing new and upgraded computer hardware and software systems in the Department of Radiation Oncology in close collaboration with the end-users, vendors, and HCIS. Work closely with a senior systems administrator. Configure, manage, and maintain computer hardware and software systems in Radiation Oncology. Responsible for installing, maintaining, organizing, integrating, and consolidating departmental servers and scripts used with enterprise software. Perform routine and advanced administrative tasks in a complex multi-server environment. Responsible for implementing programs for system integrity, disaster recovery, business continuity, backup, security, and ensuring compliance with HCIS requirements.

Distinguishing characteristics for the Systems Administrator classification for this role includes execution of complex tasks requiring an understanding of computer and software system organization and integration, computer programming, logical thinking, and the use of system software tools.  Engagement with users involving executing computer hardware and software implementation projects with the Radiation Oncology team and HCIS, responding to trouble calls, recommending solutions and/or dispatching problems to the appropriate party for resolution and following through to completion. Capability to assess the needs of end-users, assess potential solutions, and formulating, communicating, and executing a plan to reach the solution. 

 Duties to include:

·    Contribute to the planning of and execute the processes of introducing new and upgraded computer hardware and software systems as they relate to Elekta Mosaiq, Philips Pinnacle, Elekta Monaco, Candelis ImageGrid, Elekta GammaPlan, Varian Velocity, and other enterprise software applications in the Department.

·    Execute the processes of integrating and upgrading the computer-based components of radiation therapy delivery systems and imaging systems with other computer systems in the Department. 

·    Write, edit, and optimize computer programs for coding efficiency, completeness, and correctness.

·    Configure, maintain, and manage the computer hardware and software systems in the Department.

·    Conduct backups and preventive maintenance on applicable servers, workstations and enterprise software platforms.

·    Advance the IT service within the Department through continuous improvement including the upgrade and consolidation of systems such as servers that require renewal every several years.

·    Develop and implement programs for system integrity, disaster recovery, business continuity, backup, security, and ensure compliance with HCIS requirements.

·    Ensure HIPAA-compliant data security for patient records, often working closely with the clinical trials team.

·    Address integration needs between software, including between Epic and Mosaiq.

·    Develop test data and test routines for entire systems and individual programs.

·    Design and implement major systems, including data storage structures, communications requirements, and specialized language requirements.

·    Interpret specifications and documentation for complex programs and educate users in system use and functionality.

·    Provide on-call IT coverage for the Department as shared with a senior systems administrator.

·    Monitor, ensure the quality of, and report financial and operational data, information, and reports.

·    Provide hardware and software application support for departmental computer users.

·    Evaluate and certify anonymized and codified patient data.

·    Act as a liaison between Department of Radiation Oncology and HCIS.

·    Other duties as assigned.

Supervision and direction is received from the Medical Physics Division Director.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.^®

Percent of Time: 100% Full Time

Schedule: Hours will be between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position will be on-site with no option for remote work. 

Pay Grade: 4B

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Benefits Highlights:

·       Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa

·       Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

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