Senior Process Improvement Engineer - Care Delivery

Davita Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in healthcare is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer based in Virginia Beach. This role is focused on optimizing operational processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, mentoring teams, and driving performance enhancements. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and extensive experience in process improvement. This position offers competitive benefits including health plans, tuition assistance, and a robust 401k plan.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in process improvement or healthcare management.
• Experience using Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Ability to provide training and coaching to staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.
• Analyze processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Create reports and presentations to discuss findings with management.

Skills

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Lean Methodology

Six Sigma

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

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.

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

Position is located at Sentara Centre Point/on site, Hybrid

Education

• Master's Degree

Certification/Licensure

• No specific certification or licensure requirements

Experience

• 5 years experience required in process improvement or healthcare management
• Six Sigma Process
• Previous experience working with cross functional teams
• Removing waster from current processes; experience providing new ideas and out of box thinking to make patient process better

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

* 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 free access to complete CEUs and professional development

*Pet Insurance
*Legal Resources Plan
*Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.