Job Description

We are seeking a Sunquest Analyst – Testing Consultant to support testing efforts for a Sunquest Laboratory Information System (LIS) upgrade (v2024.2). This role is responsible for comprehensive test planning, validation, defect management, and coordination with clinical, technical, and vendor teams to ensure a safe and compliant system deployment. The consultant will work closely with laboratory operations, IT, and vendor partners to validate system functionality across General Lab, Blood Bank, and Microbiology workflows, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Testing & Validation Execution

• Develop and execute test scripts, test cases, and validation plans for Sunquest LIS workflows.
• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing across laboratory modules (Gen Lab, Microbiology, Blood Bank, interfaces).
• Validate test results, reference ranges, flags, and workflows to ensure clinical accuracy.
• Support defect tracking, triage, and resolution coordination with vendors and internal teams.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure testing aligns with CAP, CLIA, and organizational validation requirements.
• Support documentation for audit readiness, including test evidence and validation traceability.
• Participate in validation sign‑off processes.

System & Workflow Expertise

• Validate orderables, panels, and result structures.
• Test instrument interfaces and middleware integrations.
• Verify result routing, reporting, and downstream systems (e.g., Epic).
• Collaborate with SMEs to ensure workflows accurately reflect clinical operations.
• Project & Stakeholder Coordination
• Collaborate with laboratory SMEs (Core Lab, Blood Bank, Microbiology), IT application teams, and vendors (e.g., Clinisys Sunquest).
• Participate in test cycles, status updates, and issue resolution meetings.
• Maintain clear documentation and communication of testing progress and risks.

Required Qualifications

• 5 + years of experience with Sunquest LIS (Clinisys Sunquest preferred).
• Strong background in LIS testing, validation, and QA methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory workflows (Core Lab and/or Blood Bank preferred).
• Experience with interface and instrument testing.
• Proven experience supporting system upgrades or implementations.
• Familiarity with defect tracking tools and structured testing processes.

Preferred Qualifications (if any)

• Experience with Sunquest upgrades or multi‑site implementations.
• Experience in Blood Bank validation workflows.
• Understanding of clinical regulatory requirements (CAP/CLIA).

Certifications (if any)

• None required, but relevant LIS or QA certifications are a plus.

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