Clinical Systems Administrator

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

• Administers and supports networked facility and biomedical systems and their integration with clinical IT infrastructure
• Collaborates closely with Clinical Engineering and other facilities to manage device connectivity, data flows, and system compatibility
• Maintains asset IP assignments/identity group membership for connected medical devices and their associated software
• Works with vendors and internal teams to implement, test, and support clinical devices and systems
• Supports cybersecurity efforts by applying security patches, managing device segmentation, and monitoring for vulnerabilities across supported networks
• Assists in planning and execution of device and system upgrades, replacements, and implementations
• Participates in multidisciplinary project teams for clinical 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

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering Technology, Health Informatics, or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a clinical engineering environment, or comparable device equipment coupled with network or system administrator experience required
• Hands-on experience supporting or integrating medical devices with IT infrastructure preferred
• Comprehensive understanding and skills related to general electromechanical systems and devices and can communicate the use of supported devices
• Experience with network equipment preferred
• 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

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
• Exposure to electrical/ mechanical harm, i.e faulty equipment
• Exposure to gas, vapor, fall risk, glass, smells, noise, etc

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.

• 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…