Lehigh Valley Health Network

Senior Industrial Engineer

Lehigh Valley Health Network$95K — $115K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Pennsylvania, US
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field such as Industrial and Systems Engineering or Healthcare Management.
  • 5 years of experience in operational improvement and complex analytical studies.
  • Expertise in continuous improvement tools like process mapping and root cause analysis.
  • Advanced skills in MS Office Suite and exposure to simulation and statistical analysis software.
  • Ability to analyze business issues and create actionable improvement plans.
  • Basic understanding of financial analytics including cost savings calculation.
  • Proficient in project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced statistical and financial support for decision-making.
  • Develop and implement innovative analytical solutions.
  • Champion the development of core departmental services.
  • Conduct assessments to identify process improvements and waste elimination.
  • Lead initiatives for departmental and network-level improvements.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to meet strategic organizational goals.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work remotely in Pennsylvania.
  • Regular M-F work schedule from 08:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
  • Engagement in processes that directly impact healthcare systems and patient experiences.
Full Job Description
Summary
Leads the organization in envisioning, developing, and implementing innovative approaches to solving problems and transforming healthcare systems by utilizing techniques and methodologies based in disciplines such as industrial and systems engineering, financial analysis, statistics, project management, and lean six sigma principles. Utilizes continuous improvement principles and tools to reduce waste, improve cycle times, reduce rework, and improve patient experience. Serves as project manager and technical guide to cost savings and process improvement efforts.

Job Duties
  • Provides advanced statistical and financial analytical support to senior management and various project teams to support decision making for regional strategic and operational efforts.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements innovative analytical solutions, based upon proven methodologies which support decision-making across the organization.
  • Champions the ongoing development and support of the department's core services including labor productivity, external benchmarking, and labor ratio targets for the organization.
  • Complete assessments in an efficient manner to understand the current state process, obtain and evaluate relevant data, identify opportunities, eliminate waste, and chart a resolute course of action.
  • Leads department level improvement initiatives, and network projects.
  • Works directly with senior leadership to achieve Network goals and strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Healthcare Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5 years Prelated experience in improving operations and conducting complex, analytical studies, and project management.
  • Expert ability to use continuous improvement tools, including but not limited to process mapping, process observation, root cause analysis (FMEA), value stream mapping, pareto and statistical charts, 5 Whys, etc.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Access, Visio); has exposure to at least one computer simulation software (SIMUL8, Arena, FlexSim, Promodel); has exposure to at least one statistical analysis software (Minitab, SAS).
  • Ability to identify key business issues and develop appropriate analyses and action plans for improving operational efficiency.
  • Has exposure to the basics of financial analytics. Can competently calculate cost savings.
  • Proficient in project management principles.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Information & Computer Sciences, or Business Administration or related field.
  • ICGB - Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - International Association for Six Sigma Certification Upon Hire

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.


Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA

Position Type:

Remote

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

M-F 08:00a-4:30p

Department:

About Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Health Network is a healthcare network based in the Allentown, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. The healthcare network serves eastern and northeastern Pennsylvania. Its flagship hospital is Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, located on Cedar Crest Boulevard in Allentown.
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