Operational Excellence Engineer II

Overview

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Description

The Operational Excellence Engineer II at Emory Healthcare plays a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This advanced-level position focuses on optimizing healthcare systems, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting cross-functional teams with process improvement projects. With a solid foundation in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, the Engineer II independently manages moderate-to-complex projects and serves as a knowledgeable resource on best practices for operational efficiency and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Improvement Projects: Lead and support moderate-to-complex projects to enhance healthcare systems and operational efficiency.
• Utilize a structured methodology to analyze localized systems and processes, recommend improvements, and coordinate change implementation through individual and team facilitation.
• Advanced Data Analysis: Conduct in-depth workflow analyses, time studies, and data collection.
• Apply statistical techniques to analyze data, create advanced process maps, generate Pareto charts, pivot tables, develop run/control charts to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and establish statistical significance for causal factors.
• Access eHMR and other databases to modify established reports for analysis.
• Lean & Six Sigma Facilitation: Act as a mentor and resource for departments implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Provide guidance on Daily Management Systems, A3 problem solving, and advanced Lean concepts such as kaizen and value stream mapping.
• Project Management & Planning: Independently manage project timelines, resources, and milestones for process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Productivity & Performance Review: Conduct comprehensive reviews of departmental productivity and operational performance.
• Identify root causes of inefficiencies and escalate findings to responsible roles, offering actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Reporting & Communication: Develop and present detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and department stakeholders.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes effectively to cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
• Research & Innovation: Research industry best practices and emerging trends in healthcare operational excellence.
• Propose innovative solutions and improvements that enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of Emory Healthcare¿s processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in process improvement, engineering, or operations, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Certifications:

• Lean and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

Skills:

• Proficient in Process Improvement methodologies with a demonstrated ability to apply these concepts in complex settings.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills, with experience in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, Minitab, or similar software.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with experience presenting to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Competencies:

Leadership:

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at all organizational levels.

Critical Thinking:

• Advanced problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes, develop actionable insights, and implement sustainable improvements.

Adaptability:

• Comfortable managing change in a dynamic healthcare environment and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Results-Oriented:

• Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency, patient outcomes, and resource utilization.

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 careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.