Radiation Oncology System Analyst

As our Radiation Oncology Systems Analyst, you will help the Radiation Oncology clinical team manage and optimize our specialized treatment information systems so they can maintain seamless workflows and high levels of patient care.

Every day you will serve as the technical bridge between enterprise security mandates and the complex operational requirements of Varian treatment systems. You will be expected to collaborate with the Chief Physicist to oversee hardware infrastructure, ensure workstation integrity through updates and remote access solutions, and provide expert training to new staff on Varian Aria/Eclipse systems.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong background in clinical information systems, experience in managing secure IT infrastructure within a high-stakes clinical environment, and the ability to effectively communicate complex technical processes to clinical users.

• Collaborates directly with CommonSpirit IT Cybersecurity, local End User Services (EUS) IT and Varian vendor, to establish and maintain validated configurations and appropriate system security protocols for Radiation Oncology Varian systems (including patching, anti-virus, and PHI). This role actively distinguishes between Dignity owned workstations and vendor-restricted clinical assets, ensuring security measures do not compromise clinical performance and comply with the Commonspirit Health and local state regulatory standards.
• Serves as the primary liaison between Varian vendor and Commonspirit IT teams for project interface testing, ensuring seamless integration of new Varian technologies into the clinic's workflow. Provides consultative support on the integration of Radiation Oncology systems with other operational platforms (e.g., Cerner, Athena) during relevant projects or discussions.
• Assesses radiation oncology systems and serves as the first point of contact for Varian software installs, new user provisioning and for IT-related clinical system failures. Works directly with CommonSpirit IT and Cybersecurity departments to troubleshoot access, remote connectivity and interface issues specifically to Radiation Oncology systems, ensuring that support tickets are resolved with an understanding of clinical risk and patient safety priority.
• Responsible for training Radiation Oncology staff on Varian Aria/Eclipse desktop application and new system implementations. Communicates downtime protocols and security updates effectively to all stakeholders to minimize operational disruption.
• Monitors and maintains an up-to-date, real-time inventory of network addresses, system configurations, and software versions for all Radiation Oncology assets. Ensures all Varian software installed devices are correctly mapped within Active Directory (AD) to prevent unauthorized patch pushes or software changes that violate vendor validation requirements.
• Occasional travel is required between Sacramento and Carmichael Radiation Oncology centers for onsite work.

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, or informatics technology OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related experience.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in implementation, troubleshooting, and conducting training of radiation oncology systems, imaging systems, informatics or

  information system management.

• Strong information technology and computer skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in developing technical documentation.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Preferred:

• Experience with managing complex projects involving a large number of stakeholders.

• One (1) year healthcare experience
• Previous PACS/RIS experience

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. Our 130+ clinics across the state of California deliver high-quality, patient-centric care with an emphasis on humankindness. Through affiliations with Dignity Health hospitals, along with our joint ventures and partnerships, we offer a robust, state-of-the-art health care delivery system in the communities we serve .We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.