Senior Process Improvement Engineer

Sentara Health; Woodbridge (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Health is looking for a Senior Process Improvement Engineer to enhance operational efficiency and quality through process optimization. The role involves leading projects, mentoring engineers, and utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive improvements across the organization. This position is critical to ensuring sustainable enhancements and aligning processes with overall organizational goals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Disability and Critical Illness plans

Life Insurance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Reimbursement for certifications

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Potential for annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5 years of process improvement or healthcare management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma.
• Analyze and develop strategies for current process inefficiencies.
• Provide training and mentoring to other staff.

Skills

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Lean Methodology

Six Sigma

Team Leadership

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Sentara is hiring a Senior Process Improvement Engineer!

Location: Woodbridge, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Overview

Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and optimizing operational processes within the organization to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity. Uses data-driven methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve overall performance. Mentors other PI Engineers, provides training and guidance. Leads cross-functional teams to design and implement process enhancements, monitor outcomes, and ensure the sustainability of improvements.

Responsibilities

1. Lead process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Analyze current processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop strategies for improvement.
3. Collect and analyze data to measure process performance, identify trends, and evaluate the impact of changes.
4. Work closely with department leaders and cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
5. Provide training and coaching on process improvement tools and methodologies to other PI Engineers, staff, and teams.
6. Monitor the success of implemented process changes, ensuring sustainability and identifying further areas for improvement.
7. Create detailed reports and presentations to communicate process improvement findings, outcomes, and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (Required)
• 5 years of process improvement experience OR 5 years of healthcare management experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Potential for annual discretionary bonus

Additional Information

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a tobacco-free environment. Remote work is available in certain states.