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OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE SPECIALIST I

Camden, NJ Job ID 20171 Job Type Full Time Shift Day Specialty Other Professional
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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.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.


Short Description

Lead or Co-lead Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement methodology from project request to transition back to sponsors and process owners, delivering quality, service, and safety improvements and cost savings for the departments involved and for the health system.

Work to complete assigned projects within agreed upon timeframes, identifying and escalating any risks, mitigation plans and constraints.

Work closely with champions, sponsors, stakeholders, informatics and IT staff to create tactics, approach and timelines for projects, focusing on clinical/business process improvements.

Assist in the training of tools throughout the organization to build a continuous improvement culture.

Participates with black belts and program/project managers on larger and system-wide projects in support of Cooper’s strategic initiatives.


Experience Required

Experience

Required

Preferred

Special

Considerations

Experience

Required

Preferred

Special

Considerations

0-2 years

6-10 years

3-5 years

10+ years

Special Considerations

Explained (if needed):

1 to 3 years’ experience must be improvement science (i.e.: Lean Six Sigma, PDSA etc.) related


Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of relevant experience in healthcare process improvement required

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With the help of Cooper, I have obtained my Epic Certification as well as my Masters in Business Administration. Cooper has really been supportive and really helpful in helping me to develop professionally and personally they really believe in a strong work-life balance.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We have always strived to create a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the vibrant community of Camden. But we don’t rest on our reputation. We are constantly asking ourselves how we can be better. From our students to our staff, our patients to our community, we want to be a place where anyone and everyone can feel at home.

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Every member of Team Cooper has their own unique story to tell about what inspires them to be with Cooper. Some were kind enough to share them with us.

  • 2022 LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer Award
  • 2023 Forbes America's Best-In-State Employers Award
  • 2023 US News Best Regional Hospitals Award
  • 2023 Procedures and conditions Awards

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