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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for cerner ccl programmer in Missouri is $37.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.13 and $48.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Cerner CCL Programmer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining reports and queries using Cerner Command Language (CCL) within the Cerner healthcare system. They work closely with analysts, clinicians, and IT teams to extract meaningful data, generate reports, and enhance system functionality. Their role ensures that healthcare organizations can efficiently access and utilize data to improve patient care and operational efficiency.

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Cerner CCL Programmers often develop custom reports, scripts, and data extracts to support clinical workflows, patient care, and regulatory compliance within Cerner Millennium systems. Their daily responsibilities may include modifying or optimizing existing code, troubleshooting data inconsistencies, collaborating with analysts or clinicians to define requirements, and ensuring timely delivery of technical solutions. These projects are vital for transforming raw healthcare data into actionable insights that improve patient outcomes, streamline operations, and meet reporting standards. Joining a Cerner programming team offers ongoing learning opportunities and exposure to evolving healthcare technology, making it a rewarding path for those interested in both IT and healthcare.

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To excel as a Cerner CCL Programmer, you need a strong background in SQL-based programming, healthcare information systems, and experience with Cerner’s Command Language (CCL), typically supported by a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Familiarity with Cerner Millennium, PowerChart, and proficiency in development tools like Discern Explorer are often required, and Cerner certifications can be advantageous. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective collaboration with clinical and technical staff are highly valued. These abilities ensure the accurate development and maintenance of clinical reports and workflows, supporting critical healthcare operations and data-driven decision making.

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Cerner CCL Programmer

Vector Consulting Group

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

VCG is looking for a senior Cerner CCL programmer to support of the Cerner Millennium 2012.1.18 and Cerner Millennium 2005 with an emphasis on System Support and Issue triage where needed including. Support the training and completion of sustainment work on the CST project. The ability to mentor/train junior staff is essential in this role and the contractor should be a skilled Cerner builder with the patience to train junior staff with only basic Cerner training. Consultant will also be required to report on the progress of the new staff achievement of their learning objectives. Consultants may be asked to perform Cerner build for the CST project while CST project staff train and onboard new staff.

Senior Cerner Application support of the Cerner Millennium 2012.1.18 and Cerner Millennium 2005 with an emphasis on System Support that includes;

• Understand current design and implications to process and workflow

• Excellent Communicator to Team Lead and CST Sustainment Leadership

• Troubleshooting as required for end user issues relating to the supported systems

• Work closely with technical SE's and other application analysts to resolve issues

• When required complete Evaluation, analysis, documentation of requirements, and

translation into proper system requirement specifications

• Create any required Data extracts

• Operational Support for the current functionality for:

o HNAUSER - Support provisioning team as required

  • Troubleshooting

o Report Distribution

  • Daily Audits and Monitoring of failed distributions
  • Troubleshooting and Remediation assistance

o PM Office

  • EMPI testing for MoH changes to active integration interfaces
  • Troubleshooting/Coordinating with Tech Team interface issues
  • Coordinating with Biztalk team testing requirements

o Assist with creating new or updated support audits

o Access HIM Chart Tracking – workflow and audits around CST Activations

o Legal Gavel support as required as required by the project

• Provide support for testing and conversion activities including but not limited to:

System Current State

System Configuration – all domains

Test Script updates

Unit, Regression, Integration, and User Acceptance testing as needed

Win10 Upgrade Testing

Citrix Receiver Upgrade Testing

Documentation updates

Scheduled Downtime validations and Support


Start Date: ASAP
Length: 6 months to start
Region: Northwest
Hours: Full Time
Travel: 0-5%
Type: Contractor
Vector Consulting Group, Inc. is a nationally recognized leader in Healthcare IT Staffing and Consulting Services. VCG provides healthcare organizations the expertise needed to attain strategic initiatives in Information Technology, while establishing long-term relationships through accountability, respect and integrity.
VCG offers extremely competitive rates for both and employees and contractors including the following full fortune 500 benefits for our employees: 401k retirement with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. VCG also offers a bonus and referral program for those who are interested.

The minimally qualified candidate will have a complete understanding of Cerner millennium previous experience supporting Cerner Millennium, (Cerner 2005/2012 code)

Required Skills:

• Ability to understand the importance of following defined processes

• Expert with Cerner CCL

• Expert with Cerner Explorermenu

• Expert with Event Set Hierarchy

• Expert with Core Code Builder

• Expert understanding of business workflow for Registration, PowerChart, and Ambulatory Module.

• Expert understanding of business workflow for one or more of the following areas is preferred:

Inpatient, and Ambulatory patient workflows

• Excellent oral and written skills

• Excellent customer service skills