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Performance Improvement Specialist

Execu|Search Type Full time Posted 3/18/2013
Salary $90,000-$100,000 Starts 6/19/2013
NY - New York (All) - Manhattan Referral - n/a -    
Performance Improvement Specialist
Location: Manhattan, NY
Salary: $90,000-$100,000
Experience: 4.0 year(s)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: J44851
 
   

About the Opportunity

An expanding managed care organization is seeking a Performance Improvement Specialist to become the project leader for major cross-departmental initiatives focused on performance improvement. If you are an individual who has the ability to manage a staff, coordinate with other departments, and possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, please apply today for immediate consideration!

Company Description

Managed Care Organization

Job Description

The Performance Improvement Specialist will lead performance improvement teams in applying Six Sigma methodologies to achieve a specific business result. Responsibilities include:

  • Planning and launching performance improvement projects by adhering to DMAlC or Lean framework, as well as applying relevant and appropriate project tools
  • Developing and maintaining various performance improvement project documentations throughout the project life cycle
  • Managing performance improvement projects to meet deadlines and expected goals
  • Facilitating team meetings, completing root cause analyses, compiling improvement opportunities, presenting project findings to the executive steering committee, as well as the project sponsors/owners
Required Skills
  •  4+ years of experience in similar role
  • Management consulting experience
  • Healthcare experience
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology and tools
  • Certified Black Belt
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree