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SARAH KIRSH
440.720.4433
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Applications: Sharepoint, Toad, SQL Developer, Git Hub, HEAT Help Desk, Jira, Epic EMR, Infor, WorkDay, Crystal Reports/Business Objects, Tableau, TeraData, SAS, Microsoft Office Suite, Google G-Suite, SSRS, NetSuite, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LabVantage), Jasper Reports.
Code Languages: SQL, PLSQL, XML, HTML, JavaScript, Visual Basic, Python
BUSINESS SKILLS
Regulatory Compliance Reporting
Data Analysis
Data Extraction/Transfer/Load/Archive
Vendor Management
Contract Management
Electronic Medical Record Implementation
Requirements Gathering
Wireframe
Project Management
Technical Training
Release Management
Agile/Waterfall Development
EXPERIENCE
SARAH KIRSH CONSULTING, LLC May 2018 – Present
Principal
Information technology consultant providing innovative solutions sourcing, developing and implementing technology solutions to support business requirements. Skilled at troubleshooting issues with existing commercial or proprietary software systems and maximizing their capabilities for clients.
SOLVENTUM, St. Paul, Minnesota September 2025 – Present
Information Technology Project Lead, Global LIMS/ELN Implementation Contract Project
Lead IT resource for implementation of LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System(LIMS) and Electronic Laboratory Notebook(ELN) across global Clinical and R&D laboratories.
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Partner with vendor, internal resources and laboratories to gather business requirements, develop test scripts, technical specifications and user documentation in a CFR Part 11 regulated environment.
NATIONWIDE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, Columbus, Ohio July 2024 – June 2025
Research eLIMS LabVantage Implementation Consultant Contract Project
Business and Technical Analyst for the implementation of LabVantage as the enterprise Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) across research labs, including Biologics Manufacturing, Gene Therapy and Biobanking.
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Developed and maintained comprehensive SDLC documentation in Jira, including testing plans, user stories, technical specifications, functional and business requirements.
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Created a detailed playbook to streamline implementation processes for secure multi-tenant utilization.
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Provided ongoing support and enhancements to the LabVantage system, focusing on continuous improvement for laboratory operations and user experience.
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Developed report suite for internal and external customers in SQL, Power BI and Jasper Reports.
AABACO PLASTICS, INC., Cleveland, Ohio January 2023 - August 2025
ERP Implementation Consultant Contract Project
Provide guidance in the selection and implementation of a custom ERP system for manufacturing and distribution company. Lead requirements gathering, system design and gap fit analysis, system configuration, data migration to SQL database and user acceptance testing. Training, documentation and informatics development.
EMERGENT BIOSOLUTIONS, Gaithersburg, Maryland October 2022 - June 2023
LIMS/LabVantage Database Consultant Contractor
Develop database views (SQL) and custom reports for internal and external customers. Advisor in developing analytics architecture for global implementation of LabVantage LIMS software. Provide guidance in the resolution of issues in production environment.
NSL ANALYTICAL SERVICES, Cleveland, Ohio June 2018 – December 2022
Laboratory Information Management Systems Administrator Contractor
Support and enhance Laboratory Information Management system (LabVantage LIMS) for two chemical and metallurgical testing facilities. Integrate lab testing equipment with LIMS system and adjacent lab software systems for automated data capture and reporting to customers. Review, develop, test and implement system and workflow modification requests. Support ERP (NetSuite)/LIMS interfaces and provide backup NetSuite system administration. Support leadership team with the development and implementation of productivity and regulatory reports.
CLEVELAND CLINIC, Cleveland, OH 2000 – 2018
Senior Systems Analyst (2007 – 2018)
Lead analyst working with clinical and business units across the organization partnering in the selection, implementation and support of technical solutions including:
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WorkDay HR Benefits module
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LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System
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Sunquest Clinical Laboratory Information System
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Epic Bridges Interface Engine Module/HL7 Interface Engine
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ReadySet Employee Health Electronic Medical Record System
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Infectious Disease Reporting System
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Infor/Lawson Supply Chain module
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Conflict of Interest Disclosure System
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Legal Contract Management System
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SERS Safety Incident Reporting System
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Concur Travel and Expense Reporting System
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Sum Total Learning Management System
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Cleveland Clinic - Systems Analyst II, Information Technology Division - Corporate Decision Support (2004 – 2007)
Supported Eclipsys TSI Decision Support application. System merges financial (payments, charging, costing) with clinical (CPT, ICD-9, diagnosis, procedure) data for large scale reporting across the health system.
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Developed custom extracts and reports from TSI decision support Model 204 proprietary database to feed other enterprise-wide clinical and financial databases.
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Investigated/resolved system and user issues in a 24/7 environment.
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Trained end users in system features and capabilities.
Cleveland Clinic Systems Administrator, Information Technology Division - Epic Implementation Team (2000 – 2004)
Member of the Epic EMR implementation team responding to the operational and clinical reporting needs for a 50,000 employee healthcare organization.
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Team member working on all aspects of EPIC EMR implementation including 24/7 Help Desk support, printer mapping, hardware installation and front line in-person assistance across all hospitals in the health system.
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Developed and implemented the CCF Reports Library, a web-based reports distribution tool.
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Developed custom clinical and operational reports from Epic Clarity database in an Oracle environment.
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Trained hospital staff on Clarity data models, PLSQL programming and Crystal Reports.
OHIO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, Columbus, OH 1991 - 2000
Systems Administrator, Division of Surface Water (1996 – 2000)
Managed the implementation and maintenance of the Surface Water Information Management System (SWIMS).
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Maintained user roles, system security and updated Oracle database tables.
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Developed and distributed ad-hoc end user reports and created and maintained SWIMS system informational web pages.
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Trained 3,000+ users, many of which were computer novices, at NO cost to the Ohio EPA.
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Established and operated software/regulatory support hotline averaging 100 phone calls and e-mails per day.
Environmental Specialist II, Division of Air Pollution Control (1991 – 1996)
Responsible for air pollution source compliance determinations in four Ohio counties. Conducted on-site compliance inspections at manufacturing facilities receiving operating permits for air pollution emission sources.
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Conducted in-depth review of air pollution emissions including stack test reviews, dispersion modelling and emissions calculations.
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Participated in the development of STARship, an electronic system for the entry and processing of state and federal air pollution operating permits.
Education & Credentials
BS, Biology/Chemistry, John Carroll University, University Heights, OH
Certificate in Secondary Education - Comprehensive Science/Math
Interests
When I am not in front of a computer, I enjoy being outdoors. I am an avid runner who loves to coach and encourage people to take up the sport and chase their dreams!