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Cerner Testing Lead

Kansas City, MO ยท On-site

$46.25 - $63.25/hr

VCG is looking for a Cerner Testing Lead. As the test lead for the Oracle Cerner buildout of a new facility, you will be responsible for, but are not limited to: * Creating the Oracle Cerner test ...

Conduct testing of application build. Required Skills: 3+ Years of Experience in: Cerner applications, specifically Powerchart, is required. Cerner applications, FirstNet, RadNet, Surginet, etc. is ...

... testing specific to pharmacy operations Analyze current pharmacy workflows and design system ... Cerner certification (if applicable) Experience with Cerner Command Language (CCL) and Discern ...

Cerner Millennium Analyst

Pomona, CA ยท On-site

$55 - $60/hr

Hands-on experience with Oracle/Cerner design, build, testing, and operational support - specifically within PowerChart-ESH, PowerForm build, workflows, MPages, PowerNotes, and PowerOrders ...

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How much do cerner testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for cerner testing in the United States is $47.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.50 and $56.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cerner Tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cerner Tester, you need a solid understanding of healthcare workflows, test case design, and quality assurance principles, often supported by experience in clinical environments or a degree in health informatics or computer science. Familiarity with Cerner Millennium, automated testing tools (such as Selenium or HP ALM), and knowledge of HL7 standards or CCL (Cerner Command Language) are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help testers identify issues and collaborate with development and clinical teams. These skills are crucial to ensure the reliability, safety, and compliance of Cerner systems in healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges faced in a Cerner Testing role, and how can candidates prepare for them?

A common challenge in a Cerner Testing role is staying updated with frequent system upgrades and changes to Cerner modules, which can impact testing protocols and require quick adaptation. Testers often need to work closely with clinical staff, developers, and project managers to ensure workflows align with real-world healthcare processes. To prepare, candidates should familiarize themselves with healthcare IT standards, develop strong communication skills, and gain hands-on experience with Cerner environments. Being proactive about learning new functionalities and maintaining meticulous documentation are also key for success.

What is Cerner Testing?

Cerner Testing refers to the process of evaluating and validating the Cerner electronic health record (EHR) system and its associated modules to ensure they function correctly and meet user requirements. This involves various types of testing, such as functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing, to identify and resolve any issues before the system is deployed or updated. Cerner Testing is crucial in healthcare settings to maintain patient safety, data accuracy, and compliance with regulations. Testers often work closely with clinicians, IT staff, and Cerner consultants to simulate real-world scenarios and workflows.

What is the difference between Cerner Testing vs Cerner Analyst?

AspectCerner TestingCerner Analyst
Primary RoleFocuses on testing Cerner software to ensure functionality and qualityAnalyzes and interprets Cerner data, supports system implementation and optimization
Required SkillsTesting methodologies, understanding of Cerner modules, troubleshootingData analysis, clinical workflows, Cerner system knowledge
CertificationsOften requires Cerner-specific certifications, testing toolsLikely to have Cerner certifications, clinical or health informatics background
Work EnvironmentIT or software testing teams within healthcare organizationsClinical or health IT teams, healthcare settings

While both roles involve working with Cerner systems, Cerner Testing primarily focuses on verifying software functionality through testing processes. Cerner Analysts analyze system data and support implementation. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Cerner Testing Lead

Cerner Testing Lead

Vector Consulting Group

Kansas City, MO โ€ข On-site

$46.25 - $63.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

VCG is looking for a Cerner Testing Lead. As the test lead for the Oracle Cerner buildout of a new facility, you will be responsible for, but are not limited to:
  • Creating the Oracle Cerner test plan and schedule for the project(s), identifying tasks, dependencies and participants required to execute the test plan including obtaining analyst, business and other stakeholder inputs and support.
  • Identify the testing effort required for the given application by analyzing the requirements of project and planning the required effort / timelines to accomplish anticipated testing milestones.
  • Ongoing review and readjustment of test plan to accommodate changes due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Develop status reports for the project and provide to management.
  • Preparing / updating the metrics dashboard at the end of a testing phase or at the completion of a project.
  • Ensure the coordinated delivery of committed pieces of work within the scheduled time, ensuring the timely delivery of different testing milestones on each of the project.
  • Follow the test processes as set out by the organization, ensuring the required test plan, scripts and tools are in place before test execution and ongoing management of test environment and test tools during test execution and change requests.
  • Ensure test documentation is completed as per standards defined by the organization, ensuring content and structure of all test documentation / artifacts is documented and maintained and meets PHSA standards.
  • Engagement with Clinical Informatics team to support the development of testing scripts inclusive of the workflows for User Acceptance Test and 'Day in the Life' testing for the project.
  • Keeping track of the new requirements / change in requirements of the Project, escalating issues about project requirements (Software, Hardware, Resources) to the Project Manager.
  • Lead, guide and monitor the analysis, design, implementation and execution of the test cases, test procedures and test scripts, provide oversight and support to create test artifacts, execute testing and log defects, working closely with the business SME's and vendors.
  • Plan knowledge transfer sessions if required to the test team members for the tools that they would use.
  • Monitor the test progress through the various testing cycles by constantly assessing the work assigned to each tester and re-balance or re-allocate as required.
  • Anticipate possible delays in achieving the overall test schedule and hold discussions with test team members to figure out the issues that they may be facing and strive to resolve them.
  • Regular meetings with test team to make sure everyone is aware of what other fellow team members are doing.
  • Coordination with other testing coordinators to ensure test plans are cohesive and comprehensive.
  • Regular meetings with project manager to instill confidence about the work being done.
  • Support the preparation of any project-based risk mitigation plans.
  • Support the recruitment of test team personnel.
  • Work cohesively with Project, Business and IMITS teams.

Start Date: 8/1/2023
Length: 6 months to start
Region: Northwest
Hours: Full Time
Travel: 0-25%
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.

Critical / Mandatory skillset:
  • Work experience with software quality control concepts, defect resolution processes and practices.
  • Experience developing project test plans, creating, updating, and reviewing test documentation and artifacts e.g., test cases, scripts etc.
  • Experience building and leading large testing events (i.e., Integrated Testing)
  • Demonstrated experience understanding testing effort by analyzing the requirements of project and ability to estimate time, resources and budget required to perform testing.
  • Experience with Oracle Cerner Millennium applications, including BMDI, interfaces, and iBus
  • Experience with testing upstream and downstream systems (integrated), including data flow (ADT testing) and interface validation.
  • Experience using modern Test Tools for the purposes of test case management, requirements, inventory, defect tracking, and results documentation.
  • Able to communicate effectively and build relationships with test team members, business analysts, and project managers,
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently, analyzing problems and strategizing for better solutions.
  • Excellent leadership, team building, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to take ownership and independently drive progress.
  • Ability to manage issues stemming from testing events, including following up with issue owners to help with closure.
  • Ability to adapt evolving technology requirements as they are introduced during the project, and applying these into a clinical context to meet user requirements,
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, process orientation and attention to detail.
Desirable skillset:
  • 2+ years of experience with IT implementations.
  • Previous experience in a Test Coordinator role, preferred.
  • Experience with the PQTO Project Implementation Methodology.
  • Working knowledge of hospital/clinical systems, care delivery processes, clinical roles, policies, and standards.
  • Experience with Teletracking Capacity Management, OmniCell, Vocera, and Patient Education systems helpful
  • Understanding of organizational dynamics to manage variety of different stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clinical and business stakeholders
  • Direct experience designing and implementing and support testing in a large, complex multi-stakeholder environment.