AVP Performance Transformation

HCA Healthcare; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Education assistance

Certification support

Life insurance

Fertility and family building

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking an AVP Performance Transformation to lead strategic operational improvements across a global network. The role focuses on process excellence, technology integration, and seamless handoffs between shared services and vendors.

The position drives automation and AI initiatives, manages a portfolio of performance initiatives, and reports ROI to senior executives, including the board. Travel up to 25% is expected, with Nashville, TN as the base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
• 8-10 years of experience in Performance Improvement
• 5-7 years of experience managing cross-functional teams
• Experience with automation and AI solutions
• Experience working across geographic regions preferred
• Previous consulting and/or advisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy for operational excellence that incorporates process improvement, technology integration and team alignment
• Manage the portfolio of performance improvement initiatives leading the governance around identification, prioritization and development across global business areas
• Manage the relationship with operations and business leaders to ensure integration and adoption of solutions
• Lead developing new ways of working and interaction models for global teams to drive seamless transition of work between shared services groups
• Oversee the execution and tracking of the tax strategy
• Oversee an annual quality assurance / audit process for all Global Capability Network operations

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Cross-functional leadership

ROI communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a AVP Performance Transformation? At HCA Healthcare, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary And Qualifications

At HCA Healthcare, we are driven by a single mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. That's more than just a privilege. At HCA Healthcare, it is our calling. Since our founding more than 50 years ago, we have followed a vision of healthcare the way it should be: patient-centered, constantly evolving and constantly improving, practiced with integrity and compassion. We all have a role in making this vision a reality. Together, we can improve more lives in more ways.

The AVP, Performance Transformation is a strategic leader responsible for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of global operations. This role oversees the process improvement initiative backlog, the development of innovative strategies (i.e., automation and AI) and implementation of advanced technological solutions to improve operations. This role serves as the lead for managing the transition of work and handoffs between HCA Healthcare and vendors supporting operational transformation in a global setting.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy for operational excellence that incorporates process improvement, technology integration and team alignment
• Manage the portfolio of performance improvement initiatives leading the governance around identification, prioritization and development across global business areas
• Manage the relationship with operations and business leaders to ensure integration and adoption of solutions
• Lead developing new ways of working and interaction models for global teams to drive seamless transition of work between shared services groups
• Oversee the execution and tracking of the tax strategy
• Oversee an annual quality assurance / audit process for all Global Capability Network operations

Technology, Automation & AI

• Oversee the development and deployment of AI and automation solutions in collaboration with Care Transformation & Innovation and Information Technology Group to improve operational efficiencies
• Assess and procure cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance operational efficiencies, processes, or business outcomes that align with our strategic goals, collaborating with Information Technology Group and technical teams for design, architecture and implementation support

Data Analytics

• Develop robust reporting and analytics frameworks to quantify the effectiveness of implemented solutions and process changes
• Utilize data-driven insights to make informed decisions, quantifying key areas of improvement and ensure the Global Capability Network is tracking towards expected savings targets
• Refine performance improvement strategies and update senior-level executives including the board on the ROI of investments

Competencies

Professional

• Experience with global capability networks and understand the importance of developing seamless handoffs and ways of working across global teams
• Collaborate closely with global business teams to develop and deploy new ways of working for effective integration between the global shared service groups
• Communicate effectively the value and ROI to senior-level executives and board members on automation, technical solutions or process improvement initiatives
• Experience with methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive process enhancements and ensure sustainable improvements
• Assess and manage performance of any technical vendor solutions
• Communicate the strategic objectives that are driving the prioritization criteria for performance improvement initiatives
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels in a hybrid, multicultural environment
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
• 8-10 years of experience in Performance Improvement
• 5-7 years of experience managing cross-functional teams
• Experience with automation and AI solutions
• Experience working across geographic regions preferred
• Previous consulting and / or advisory experience highly preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of time, including international travel
• Located in Nashville, TN

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are comprised of affiliated hospitals, physician practices and other sites of care across the United States and United Kingdom. The Sarah Cannon Cancer Network is transforming cancer care through integrated services and cutting-edge technologies. Our physicians can develop leading oncology programs to advance science and patient care. Providing physician-led patient care offers our doctors access to a national network of experts. This is where multidisciplinary teams come together with a goal of delivering seamlessly coordinated, quality cancer care. Through a united network of globally recognized oncology specialists, we collaborate and share best practices. We address each aspect of the cancer journey, from screening and diagnosis through treatment and survivorship, to advance our shared mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our AVP Performance Transformation opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.