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Emory

Operational Excellence Engineer III

Emory, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship development and leadership programs And more Work Location :

Atlanta GA

Description

The Operational Excellence Engineer III at Emory Healthcare is a senior-level role responsible for leading high-impact cross-functional process improvement initiatives that directly contribute to enhanced patient care, operational efficiency and cost reduction.

This role involves managing complex projects, serving as a strategic advisor on operational improvements and mentoring junior team members.

The Engineer III will leverage advanced Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify and execute improvements across departments, facilitating a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Leadership in Process Improvement

Lead and manage high-impact complex projects focused on optimizing healthcare systems and workflows, enhancing patient outcomes and driving organizational efficiency

Apply a structured methodology to address cross-departmental systems and processes, recommend improvements and coordinate change implementation through individual and team facilitation

Strategic Data Analysis

Conduct sophisticated data analysis using statistical and analytical tools to assess operational performance, identify process bottlenecks and pinpoint areas for improvement

Develop advanced control charts, predictive models and comprehensive performance dashboards. Utilize advanced techniques to access eHMR database system and retrieve custom reports and metrics

Mentorship and Training

Serve as a mentor and resource to junior engineers and staff members on Lean Six Sigma principles, project management and analytical techniques

Provide training on complex concepts including value stream mapping, process reengineering and advanced root cause analysis

Project Management & Execution

Lead all aspects of project management from initial planning and stakeholder alignment to implementation and post-project evaluation

Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and align with Emory Healthcare's strategic goals

Operational Assessment & Productivity Review

Conduct in-depth assessments of departmental productivity and operational efficiency

Identify root causes of inefficiencies, develop actionable recommendations and partner with departments to implement sustainable solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as a liaison between departments facilitating cross-functional teams to identify and execute improvement initiatives that align with organizational priorities

Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to drive best practices in operational excellence

Reporting & Communication to Senior Leadership

Develop and present executive-level reports, analyses and project outcomes

Effectively communicate project progress, impact and value to senior leadership and stakeholders

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Research and implement cutting-edge operational improvement strategies and industry best practices

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that build a sustainable culture of operational excellence across Emory Healthcare

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or a related Engineering field

Masters degree preferred

5-7 years of experience in process improvement engineering or operations with a minimum of 3 years in a healthcare environment

Proven experience in leading complex projects with measurable impact

Certifications: Lean and / or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred

Additional certifications in project management or process improvement methodologies preferred

Skills

Advanced expertise in Process Improvement methodologies with a proven ability to apply these concepts to complex large-scale projects

Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools including Excel, Tableau, Power BI, Minitab or other statistical software

Strong project management skills capable of independently managing multiple high-impact projects

Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with experience interacting with executive leadership and cross-functional teams

Competencies

Strategic Leadership: Ability to influence and guide high-level process improvement initiatives with a focus on strategic alignment with organizational goals

Analytical Excellence: Expert in data analysis with a proven ability to use analytics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement

Mentorship & Collaboration: Skilled at mentoring and leading junior team members and at fostering collaboration across departments

Results-Oriented: Demonstrated success in delivering substantial improvements in quality, efficiency and patient outcomes in a healthcare setting

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC) part of Emory University (EUV) is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals—4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network established in 2011 is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia with more than 3450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.

Key Skills Computer Science, Operational Risk Management, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Lean, Process Improvement, Pricing, Customer Support, Alteryx, Kaizen, Project Management Lifecycle

Employment Type :

Full-Time

Experience :

years

Vacancy :

1

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