Senior Clinical Systems Administrator

The Senior Clinical Systems Administrator serves as a key technical liaison and advisor between the IT department, Clinical Engineering, Facilities, and third-party vendors. This role is responsible for the configuration, integration, and ongoing support of network connected hospital/clinical devices and hospital/clinical systems. The position ensures that biomedical and facility equipment interface securely and effectively with hospital information systems, supporting safe, efficient patient care and coordinates efforts between the teams when necessary.

Responsibilities Works with the network team to perform dedicated switch upgrades for the key systems such as NurseCall, VitalSigns, etc. Attends the weekly Change Advisory Board and prepares/presents changes related to systems/devices that affect the entire systems and impacts the hospital Attends implementation meetings when necessary and serves as a subject matter expert for the Kootenai Health environment for that particular technology Administers and supports networked facility and biomedical systems and their integration with clinical IT infrastructure Collaborates closely with Clinical Engineering and Facilities to manage device connectivity, data flows, and system compatibility Maintains asset IP assignments/identity group membership for connected medical devices/facilities devices and their associated software Works with vendors and internal teams to implement, test, and support clinical/facilities devices and systems Supports cybersecurity efforts by applying security patches, managing device segmentation, and monitoring for vulnerabilities across supported networks Plans and executes device and system upgrades, replacements, and assists with implementations Participates in multidisciplinary project teams for clinical/facilities technology implementations and hospital expansions Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Performs other related duties as assigned Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned Requirements and

High School diploma or equivalent required Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering Technology, Health Informatics, or related field preferred Minimum 5 years’ experience in a clinical engineering environment, or comparable device equipment couples with network or system administrator experience required Basic knowledge of routing and switching (CCNA level) Experience working with Windows/Linux based medical systems and vendor supported applications Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills Ability to work across departments and with multidisciplinary clinical and technical teams Working Conditions Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs Must be able to climb stairs or ladders Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information About Kootenai Health: Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest.

We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.

Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6% Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories And an employee referral bonus program Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers.

If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you! Apply today! Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

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