Job Requirements
The Transformation Coach provides leadership in continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization as assigned. Facilitates effective, efficient team functions in the delivery of goals and objectives as identified by the Transformation Guiding Team. Ensures all continuous improvement projects, task forces and workgroups, as well as department level continuous improvement efforts, align with our system values: diversity, integrity, compassion, excellence and discovery.
The Transformation Coach is responsible for supporting and mentoring others in defining, scoping and validating projects that align with organizational objectives. Assist process owners in leading multidisciplinary project meetings and workshops to complete project tasks and activities, while driving Lean Leadership, innovation, efficiency and change management skills. Support departmental leaders in monitoring and measuring results. Develop standards and apply benchmarking and best practice applications to support improvement at the team and organizational levels. Facilitate training of Lean, Six Sigma, change management, project management, team building, internal process reviews, and other performance improvement topics. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through mentorship, coaching and change leadership.
Work Experience
Education and Experience
1. 4 year / Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Business or related field (Required)
2. Lean or Toyota Production System training (Preferred or to be acquired within the 1st year)
3. Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt (Preferred)
4. Successful completion of departmental onboarding required within 6 months of hire.
5. 2-4 years' experience facilitating process improvement teams/ role as a change agent
6. 2-4 years' hands-on experience with process improvement methodologies and approaches at an organizational level, including process improvement events
7. Training in continuous quality improvement and process management
8. Experience in teaching and instruction of process improvement concepts
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Demonstrated understanding of patient focused care and strong customer service
2. Effective and strong team leadership and facilitation skills
3. Demonstrated ability to apply structured continuous improvement/change management methods.
4. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, managing across organizational teams.
5. Ability to influence and coach for results at all organizational levels; ability to constructively engage, negotiate, resolve conflict and influence staff and leaders.
6. Ability to present findings and recommendations to senior management and front-line staff.
7. Interpersonal skills: Adaptable to change and teamwork.
