Senior Database Administrator – SQL Server

Lifepoint Health®

. Serve as subject matter expert for multiple Microsoft SQL systems, tools, or processes .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Microsoft SQL systems, including design, optimization, and automation, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and managing vendor relationships. Proven ability to lead technical operations and support database management in a multi-facility healthcare environment.

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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 And UpDatabase Management ExperienceAzure/Azure ArcPowerShellHealthcare Compliance Support

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Hard Skills

Microsoft SQL SystemsDatabase OptimizationWorkflow DevelopmentAutomationRisk ManagementLevel 3 Issue ResolutionBudget RecommendationsForecastingFailover And Log ShippingAlways On Availability Groups

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipReliable AttendanceConfidentiality Maintenance

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ComplianceHIPAA RequirementsVendor AccountabilityMulti-Facility OperationsProcurement Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureMS SQL ServerSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as subject matter expert for multiple Microsoft SQL systems, tools, or processes
Build, design, optimize, standardize, and automate Microsoft SQL systems
Develop workflows and methodologies for Microsoft SQL systems, tools, or processes
Triage, document, and resolve Level 3 issues from the ticket management system
Provide technical leadership, operational support, risk management, and healthcare compliance support
Identify efficiency opportunities through automation and recommend new products
Manage strategic technology vendor relationships and ensure vendor accountability
Evaluate risks associated with assigned Microsoft SQL systems and advise leadership
Support procurement activities, budget recommendations, and forecasting
Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, procedures, and standards
Handle sensitive business and patient information appropriately
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Minimum of 5 years of relevant database management experience
Experience working in a multi-facility healthcare company
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and up, including failover and log shipping
Always On availability groups
Azure/Azure Arc
PowerShell
Reliable attendance
Ability to travel up to 10%, including potential overnight travel
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
Ability to maintain required licensure, certification, and professional credentials, if applicable, in good standing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-based position
Business hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday (40 hours weekly)
Limited travel, with potential up to 10%
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive workforce
Opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers
Mission-driven work supporting community healthcare