Sr Perf Improvement Lead

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Clinic in Georgia is seeking a Sr Performance Improvement Lead to drive system-wide improvement projects focused on quality and safety. You will collaborate with clinical leaders, senior administrators, and frontline staff to scope, plan, and implement interventions that improve patient outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and substantial experience in process improvement or project management, with Lean/Six Sigma proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering, nursing, healthcare/business administration or related field.
• Master's degree preferred in Health Systems/Health Administration, Nursing, Business/Management or Public Health.

Responsibilities

• Owns a portfolio of system-wide performance improvement projects and supports quality and safety priorities.
• Collaborates with clinical leaders, senior administrators, and frontline staff across disciplines to implement interventions.
• Ensures timely execution of projects and attainment of performance targets; uses critical thinking to achieve goals.

Skills

Process improvement

Project management

Kaizen events

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Nursing, Healthcare/Business Administration, or a closely related field

Master's degree in Health Systems/Health Administration, Nursing, Business/Management, Public Health or a related field

Job description

Sr Perf Improvement Lead

Overview:

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

The Sr. Performance Improvement Lead owns a portfolio of system wide performance improvement projects, supporting Piedmont's quality and safety strategic priorities, such as Leapfrog Hospital Safety grades, Clinical Governance Councils, "Zero Harm" efforts, or any other improvement priorities, as they arise. Confidently utilizes a combination of process improvement and project management skillsets to scope projects, develop project plans, and collaborates with clinical leaders, senior administrators, and frontline staff, from multiple disciplines, to implement improvement interventions. Responsible for timely execution and attaining performance targets. Must be goal-oriented and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Nursing, Healthcare/Business Administration, or a closely related field Required
• Master's degree in Health Systems/Health Administration, Nursing, Business/Management, Public Health or a related field Preferred

Work Experience

• 4 years of progressively responsible project management or process improvement experience with a Bachelors degree Required or
• 3 years progressively responsible and relevant project management or process improvement experience, with a Masters degree Required or
• 4 years of clinical practice/experience with relevant project management or process improvement experience Required
• Previous experience leading process improvement projects or Kaizen events Required
• Exceptional organizational skills Required
• Strong project management/interpersonal skills Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure , if candidate is an RN Required
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma or CPHQ Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Clinic