Healthcare Process Engineer

Jackson Healthcare; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Healthcare's Care Logistics is expanding and seeking an Associate Transformation Engineer to work with the Transformation Team to advance client engagements and hospital operations. You will apply six sigma and lean methods to analyze current processes, help design future-state workflows, and contribute to SOP development.

You will train client resources, support go-live events, and monitor post-live outcomes, using data to drive performance improvements for senior leadership across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 1-3 years of healthcare process improvement experience preferred.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) platforms including ADT, clinical and ordering processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as process expert for assigned client engagements and collaborate with the Executive Advisor and Solutions Engineer.
• Document and analyze current state processes using six sigma and lean methodologies; design future state processes.
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support training curricula.
• Provide input on application configuration to support future state recommendations.
• Assist in go-live support and post-live services, evaluating outcomes and implementing improvements.
• Compile and analyze data to prepare executive presentations and reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Adaptability

Time Management

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Represent Jackson values

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

OverviewCare Logistics is growing our team and seeking highly skilled and driven professionals that share our values and mission. If you are looking for a challenging position with a well-managed, well-funded healthcare innovator, consider a position with Care Logistics.Care Logistics is a subsidiary of Jackson Healthcare, a family of highly specialized healthcare staffing, search and technology companies. With a mission to improve the delivery of patient care and the lives of everyone it touches, it helps healthcare facilities across the country serve more than 10 million patients each year. Backed by more than 2,600 Associates and over $2B in annual revenue, Jackson Healthcare is a top three U.S. healthcare staffing firm. In addition to being Great Place to Work certified, it is consistently named an employer of choice, having been nationally recognized as a best workplace in healthcare, a best workplace for women and a best workplace for millennials, as well as being named one of the Healthiest Employers by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!The Associate Transformation Engineer collaborates with the Transformation Team to advance the Care Logistics mission. This involves aiding hospitals in overhauling their operations through a blend of mindset shifts, methodological approaches, and technological enhancements. The role contributes to achieving the organizational goals in Client Engagement and by also supporting Sales & Marketing, and Product Management and Development.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Client Engagement FunctionsIn partnership with the Executive Advisor and Solutions Engineer, drive the transformation effort for client engagements. Serve as the knowledge resource and detailed process expert for assigned client.Participate in executive focus sessions and leader connect sessions, and present findings as needed.Collaborate with hospital resources to implement Care Logistics' proven transformation methodology for assigned clients.Assist with the documentation and analysis of current state processes using six sigma and lean methodologies.Contribute to the design of future state processes and provide recommendations to achieve transformational results.Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures as needed.Provide input on application configuration to support future state recommendations.Train client resources on process-related aspects of the training curriculum.Audit client's delivery of education/training for accuracy and completeness.Support testing events to ensure that technical solutions meet expected future state and SOP targets.Provide support during go-live events, including operational and technical go-lives.As a member of the Post Live Services team, assist clients who have implemented Care Logistics solutions by assessing hospital role responsibilities, processes, and technology through data analysis, observations, and interviews (visits may be onsite, remote, or a combination of both).Assist in supporting software upgrades by updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), participating in testing sessions, delivering training events, and providing support during go-live events.Conduct Post Live Visits to evaluate the impact of transformation efforts and make recommendations for further improvement. Assist in the development of transformation strategies that drive meaningful change.Compile and analyze data to prepare executive presentations and reports presenting performance data. Ensure data accuracy and completeness, and present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.Utilize data and analytics to evaluate client performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with the team to develop and implement process improvement initiatives.Provide support to Care Logistics' leadership and sales teams in managing customer accounts, and ensure ongoing customer satisfaction. Assist in the development of account management strategies and ensure timely and effective resolution of customer issues.Product Management and DevelopmentCollaborate with Product Management to ensure a continuous feedback loop of subject matter expertise. Share insights on industry trends, market challenges, and customer needs to guide product development.Conduct market research and analyze data to identify emerging trends and opportunities. Prepare reports and presentations summarizing research findings and insights.Work with Product Management and Sales teams to clarify market problems that potential clients are facing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that address customer needs.Act as the voice of the customer in guiding Product Management and Development teams in design decisions for technology. Provide insights and feedback to ensure products meet customer needs and expectations.QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS:REQUIREDBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field1-3 years of successful experience in healthcare process improvementPREFERREDHealthcare business process redesign consulting experience preferredExperience with Electronic Health Records, EHR, platforms including ADT, clinical and ordering processes preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to form strong bonds and enhance team performanceAdaptability: ability to embrace change and shift focus when unexpected work arisesTime Management: ability to use discernment to prioritize tasks and decide what to focus on to maximize impactCustomer Service: ability to actively seek to understand the needs of others and provide a positive experience that addresses their needs, questions, and concernsStrong organizational and quality management skills with ability to handle multiple, competing tasks and prioritiesStrong interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of stakeholders (prospects, clients, hospital executives, nurses, implementation staff, etc.)Ability to maintain confidentiality, and use discretionAble to effectively represent Jackson Healthcare/Care Logistics values and principles in decision-making and actionsHealthcare business process redesign consulting experience requiredTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:30-70% travel requiredThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; write; type; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smellSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusDisclosuresSmoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.