Ardent Health · 6 hours ago
Senior Database Administrator (Epic ODBA)
Brentwood, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expArdent Health is a leading provider of healthcare in growing mid-sized urban communities across the U.S. The Senior Database Administrator (Epic ODBA) will manage, optimize, and secure the database environment, ensuring the smooth operation of Epic systems and supporting various database platforms.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Epic ODBA Management: Oversee the operational aspects of the Epic database environment, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Perform daily Epic ODBA operations: performance monitoring, tuning, patching, incident response, and security
Manage Epic major release cycles — from planning through go-live
Use Epic tools like Red Alert, System Pulse, Kuiper, and Instaserver to keep databases healthy
Help support our MS SQL environment and Cogito database ecosystem
Expand skills into cloud, open-source databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL), and Oracle
Build proactive monitoring and alerting solutions to prevent downtime
Document best practices and mentor IT staff
SQL Database Administration: Install, configure, maintain, and optimize MS SQL Server engines and databases, ensuring data integrity, availability, and performance
Epic Cogito Database Administration: Manage the MS SQL environments in support of the Epic Cogito data warehousing environment. Other Database Administration: Willingness to learn other database environments in support of the overall company mission. These will include Open Source database platforms (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or Oracle. Expected tasks would include installation, configuration, backup and recovery, and security
Database Performance Optimization: Collaborate with application teams to optimize database performance, including query tuning, indexing strategies, and database schema design
Data Governance: Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure the integrity, security, and compliance of databases and data assets
Data Migration and Integration: Lead or assist in data migration projects, ensuring seamless integration and data consistency across systems
Linux Environment Support: Provide basic support for databases deployed on Linux environments, including system administration tasks and troubleshooting
Monitoring and Alerting: Develop and implement proactive monitoring solutions to identify and address database performance issues, security threats, and potential failures
Documentation and Training: Document database configurations, procedures, and best practices, and provide training and support to IT staff and end-users as needed
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with application teams, system administrators, and IT stakeholders to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment of database and system configurations
Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about emerging technologies, best practices, and industry trends in database administration, and recommend improvements to enhance system performance, reliability, and security
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator, with expertise in MS SQL Server, Epic ODBA, and Epic Cogito
Experience with database monitoring and alerting tools
Strong technical skills in database administration, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Willingness to earn certification will be required
Preferred
Epic Operational Database Administration certification (ODBAC)
Experience with Open Source database platform
Experience with Oracle database administration
Familiarity with Linux system administration
Company
Ardent Health
Ardent Health is a leading provider of healthcare in growing mid-sized urban communities across the U.S.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.28BKey Investors
Pure Health
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $777.5M
2024-07-18IPO
2022-09-04Secondary Market· $500M
Leadership Team
Marty Bonick
President & Chief Executive Officer
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2025-11-14
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