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We provide:\nComprehensive health benefits that start day 1 \nStudent Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs \nFamily-focused benefits \nWellness incentives \nOngoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs \nAnd more \nWork Location: Atlanta, GA\nAdditioanl Information: This position will support 3 Emory Hospitals in DeKalb County with a primary office at Emory Decatur Hospital.\nDescription\nThe Operational Excellence Engineer II at Emory Healthcare plays a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.\nThis advanced-level position focuses on optimizing healthcare systems, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting cross-functional teams with process improvement projects.\nWith 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.\nProcess Improvement Projects:\nLead and support moderate-to-complex projects to enhance healthcare systems and operational efficiency\nUtilize a structured methodology to analyze localized systems and processes, recommend improvements, and coordinate change implementation through individual and team facilitation\nAdvanced Data Analysis:\nConduct in-depth workflow analyses, time studies, and data collection\nApply 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\nAccess eHMR and other databases to modify established reports for analysis\nLean & Six Sigma Facilitation:\nAct as a mentor and resource for departments implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies\nProvide guidance on Daily Management Systems, A3 problem solving, and advanced Lean concepts such as kaizen and value stream mapping\nProject Management & Planning:\nIndependently manage project timelines, resources, and milestones for process improvement initiatives\nCollaborate with leadership and stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives\nProductivity & Performance Review:\nConduct comprehensive reviews of departmental productivity and operational performance\nIdentify root causes of inefficiencies and escalate findings to responsible roles, offering actionable recommendations for improvement\nReporting & Communication:\nDevelop and present detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and department stakeholders\nCommunicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes effectively to cross-functional teams and executive leadership\nResearch & Innovation:\nResearch industry best practices and emerging trends in healthcare operational excellence\nPropose innovative solutions and improvements that enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of Emory Healthcare's processes\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field\nMaster's degree preferred\n3-5 years of experience in process improvement, engineering, or operations, preferably in a healthcare environment\nCertifications: Lean and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred\nSkills:\nProficient in Process Improvement methodologies with a demonstrated ability to apply these concepts in complex settings\nStrong analytical and statistical skills, with experience in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, Minitab, or similar software\nExcellent project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively\nAdvanced communication and interpersonal skills, with experience presenting to leadership and cross-functional teams\nCompetencies:\nLeadership: Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at all organizational levels\nCritical Thinking: Advanced problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes, develop actionable insights, and implement sustainable improvements\nAdaptability: Comfortable managing change in a dynamic healthcare environment and fostering a culture of continuous improvement\nResults-Oriented: Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency, patient outcomes, and resource utilization\nJOIN 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 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.\nAdditional Details\nEmory 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.\nEmory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at . 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