Process Improvement & Innovation Specialist

Process Improvement Specialist

 

Announcement # 336496

What we have to offer:

• Competitive, Guaranteed Salary
• Outstanding benefits, including employer contribution to your retirement account and low insurance premiums for individuals and families. Benefits package is ranked in the top 1% in the state!
• A hybrid, full-time, exempt role where your expertise truly makes an impact
• Generous paid time off and more

Jefferson Healthcare is one of the top employers on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula and near Seattle, Victoria, BC, and Vancouver. We are a DNV-accredited, 5-star rated 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with six rural health clinics and a wide scope of specialty services; we provide exceptional care for more than 33,000 residents of East Jefferson County.

Port Townsend has been named as "one of the coolest small towns in America" ... with good reason. There are festivals all the time, endless recreational/hiking/skiing/sailing activities, great places to eat, and a strong and vibrant community feel. Surrounded by water and in close proximity to the Olympic National Park, Port Townsend offers access to a myriad of outdoor mountain and water adventures.

The role:

Jefferson Healthcare (www.jeffersonhealthcare.org) is currently looking for a Process Improvement & Innovation Specialist. The Process Improvement Specialist is a key contributor to operational process initiatives within the organization aimed at increasing efficiency. This role involves working closely with a variety of stakeholders to pinpoint areas for improvement, establish objectives, develop strategies, and manage the rollout of new processes and technologies, including the thoughtful use of approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools. Through the use of observation, analysis, data gathering, and industry knowledge, the Process Improvement Specialist leads efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and support staff during transitions using methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, RPI, 5S, and Value Stream Analysis.

In addition to working with the fabulous team, our salary is competitive and we offer an Outstanding benefits package (which ranks in the top 1% in the state of Washington) of medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, personal time off, and more.

This position is Hybrid with some work-from-home flexibility.

This is a full-time, exempt position, and will remain open until filled.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Two Years (2) Healthcare, Quality, or Process Improvement Experience Required
• Two Years (2) Analytics Experience Required
• Two Years (2) Experience in conducting outcome evaluation activities, defining cause & effect implications, and identifying improvement strategies required
• Is or will become familiar with regulatory requirements for inpatient, observation, and swing bed patients
• Project management experience preferred

Learn more about Jefferson Healthcare here.

Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Disclaimer: As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test.

Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.