Operational Excellence Specialist II - Cooper University Hospital

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

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Short Description

Interface closely with leadership within Patient Care Services, Ancillary Services, Support

     Services and Administration.

     The scope of this key role will be to optimize all process improvement opportunities utilizing      Six Sigma and Lean principles. 

     Ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leveraging this skill set to produce real

     results.  In addition, the role will have responsibility for ensuring that Lean Six Sigma is fully

     integrated into the hospital strategic plan as the primary means for implementing strategies

     and conducting improvement projects.  

     Successful candidates will also be responsible for coaching Green Belts and

     help build an organizational knowledge base and improvement toolkit in Lean and Six

     Sigma.

Experience Required

3-5 years in- depth experience utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools. 

Analyst should have proven Six Sigma, Lean and Project Management experience

Analyst should have proven problem-solving skills and deep system experience.  

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.

License/Certification Requirements

Certified as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (i.e. ASQ certification, GE Leadership Development Training, or an Accredited University program) preferred.

Special Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.