Job Information
Arkansas Children's Process Improvement Engineer II in Little Rock, Arkansas
Work Shift:
Please see job description for details.
Time Type:
Full time
Department:
CC017665 Quality Improvement
Summary:
Quality Improvement Department - Hospital/clinic experience strongly preferred
- either PMP, Six Sigma or Lean Certificate required - 2 yrs process improvement work exp required - Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Leads process improvement studies by analyzing data, work systems and flows to find ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve patient satisfaction; translates data into information for managing change and facilitating meetings of improvement teams in each area. Coaches all levels of the organization on how to properly execute improvement science methodology such as the Model for Improvement or Lean Six Sigma; demonstrates appropriate utilization of the various tools available to drive change.
Additional Information:
Hospital/clinic experience strongly preferred
2 yrs process improvement work exp required
1 of the following certifications required: either PMP, Six Sigma or Lean Certificate
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; Or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Recommended Education:
Master's Degree
Required Work Experience:
Related Field - 2 years of experience
Recommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
1 of the following certifications is required -
Recommended Certifications:
Lean Certificate - Lean Certificate, Project Management Professional (PMP) - , Six Sigma - -
Description
Develops clear project charters with well-defined, SMART aim and obtains supervisor and customer sign-off for each project.
Facilitates project teams effectively to complete process improvement projects throughout the organization.
Supports improvement projects by providing guidance and recommendations and assisting with data collection and analysis.
Responsible for reporting performance measures.
Trains and mentors new Process Improvement employees, Improvement U students and other employees in the organization on the effective application of process improvement tools and methodologies.
Works with organizational leadership to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency, employee engagement, and patient experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Arkansas Children’s (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.
Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.
Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.
For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.
Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest (https://www.archildrens.org/locations/arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.
“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager
“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst
“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator
“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant
“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant
Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.