Improvement Leader-Senior

Indiana University Health (IU Health) is more than just a healthcare system; we are a community of dedicated professionals united by a shared commitment to providing exceptional care. As one of Indiana's largest employers, we understand the importance of having passionate individuals who are inspired by meaningful work. We are transforming healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, with the goal of making Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

Build your career with IU Health!  We have an exciting opportunity available for an Operational Excellence Improvement Leader-Senior to join the Riley team. The hours are Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

At IU Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed for you, which includes Medical-Dental-Vision, a matching 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement program, wellness program, and more!

This position will work on impactful process improvement projects to support Riley Hospital achieving its operational and strategic goals.  This role will partner closely with clinical and operational leaders to develop their problem-solving capabilities. Project work will be complex, hospital-wide, with internal & external stakeholders, and community partners.  

Partners with all levels of leaders and team members to share accountability for obtaining quantifiable results in alignment with the organization's system and regional goals. Deploys strategic programs and facilitates breakthrough results for highly complex process improvement initiatives. Develops lean management system (based on Toyota Production and High Reliability Organization principles) capability with leaders and team members. Serves as a mentor and resource for less experienced team members.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• 5-7 years relevant LEAN experience with complex matrix organization leading through influence is required.
• 2 - 3 years experience with complex matrix organizations is required.
• Project management experience required. 
• Experience utilizing techniques (at least 4 of the following) such as: VSM/VSA, DMAIC, Scientific thinking, operating systems, Training w/in Industry (TWI), 3P, various problem-solving tools, system thinking, Just Culture, High Reliability Organization (HRO), SIPOC and FMEA is preferred.
• Requires basic proficiency in MS Office. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indi