Operational Excellence Analyst

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED); Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

FSA/HSA

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Hybrid work

Educational benefits

Professional training

Wellness program

Job summary

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) is seeking an Operational Excellence Analyst to advance Lean Six Sigma initiatives across operations and strategy. You will teach LSS, mentor learners, and develop curricula for both asynchronous and synchronous formats, including Employee Empowered Excellence programs.

You'll collaborate with Strategic Planning, Executive Education, and university stakeholders, delivering instruction and consulting on CQI practices in healthcare and education settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or equivalent project management experience.
• Experience in operational excellence or CQI in healthcare or educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and project mentorship in LSS programs.
• Contribute to LSS curricula content development for asynchronous and synchronous learning.
• Provide consultation on operational excellence projects and CQI practices.
• Act as a department liaison and consultant to university services/departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Project management

Operational excellence

Healthcare/education experience

Teaching adult learners

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Summary

Serves as a University expert in the application of the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) process improvement methodology and promoting operational excellence. In support of the Lean Six Sigma certification program curricula, serves as an instructor, mentor, trainer, consultant and curriculum content developer at a level commensurate with LSS certification level. Collaborates with colleagues in Strategic Planning, Executive Education, Office of the President, University at large, and affiliated professional learners/colleagues.

Position Type

Admin/Professional

Department

Strategy and Transformation

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Pay Grade

MN10

Principle Functional Responsibilities

Curriculum, Instruction, and Mentoring

Provide instruction and project mentorship to University workforce learners in LSS program. Provide instruction and project mentorship to external health care professional learners in the Executive Education Lean Six Sigma (LSS) curricula for health care and/or higher education operations. Contribute to LSS curricula content development and design for both asynchronous and synchronous learning environments. Contribute to the content development and delivery of the Employee Empowered Excellence program. Includes professional development training in topics such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management, and other areas of workforce development need.

Operational Excellence and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

Provide consultation for University projects by implementing operational excellence, strategic planning, CQI principles and practices. Lead and/or mentor internal University LSS process improvement projects.

Communication and Administration

Act as a department liaison and consultant to university services/departments.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or commensurate project management experience
• Experience in operational excellence or quality improvement in healthcare or educational setting, or commensurate experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Teaching experience with adult professional learners

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University's (NEOMED) Office of Strategy and Transformation

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Operational Excellence Analyst who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary

$62,167

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance
• State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future
• Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year
• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.