Continuous Improvement Leader - Patient Safety Program - UH Lakewood Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:00a-4:30p; Mon-Fri) na Trumed
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Continuous Improvement Leader - Patient Safety Program - UH Lakewood Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:00a-4:30p; Mon-Fri)101 Truman Medical CenterJob Location
UH Lakewood Medical CenterKansas City, MissouriDepartment
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Job Description
Continuous Improvement Specialist (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization committed to enhancing patient outcomes and operational excellence. As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you’ll lead and mentor cross-functional project teams using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive measurable improvements across the organization.
What You’ll Do
Lead and co-design improvement projects focused on quality, safety, and efficiency in partnership with key stakeholders, including patients.
Align project goals with regulatory standards and the organization’s Annual Business Plan.
Provide training and education on continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
Analyze data to identify opportunities and measure progress toward performance goals.
Support a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and accountability.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business management, or equivalent experience
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification or training (may be completed through TMC Training Commitment Agreement)
Minimum 2 years of progressive healthcare experience
Strong understanding of integrative and systems thinking
Proven project management, analytical, and facilitation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a healthcare organization
Supervisory experience
Project Management or related professional certification