Indiana University Health (IU Health) is a leading healthcare provider and major employer in Indiana, committed to delivering exceptional care, innovation, and education to improve the state's health. They foster a community of dedicated professionals passionate about meaningful work and professional growth, offering diverse development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment.

They currently have an opening for a Senior Operational Excellence Improvement Leader to join the East Regional Operational team. The role involves planning and preparing for the activation of a new acute care facility, including deploying management systems and driving process improvements. Candidates with experience in process improvement methodologies such as PDCA, FMEA, or DMAIC, as well as change management and hospital activation, are preferred.

The position requires collaborating across leadership levels to achieve measurable results aligned with organizational goals. The leader will implement strategic programs, facilitate breakthrough improvements, and develop lean management capabilities based on Toyota Production and High Reliability Organization principles. Additionally, they will serve as a mentor and resource to less experienced team members, contributing to IU Health’s mission of transforming healthcare in Indiana.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.

Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience.

5-7 years relevant LEAN experience with complex matrix organization leading through influence is required.

2 - 3 years experience with complex matrix organizations is required.

Project management experience required. 

Experience utilizing techniques (at least 4 of the following) such as: VSM/VSA, DMAIC, Scientific thinking, operating systems, Training w/in Industry (TWI), 3P, various problem-solving tools, system thinking, Just Culture, High Reliability Organization (HRO), SIPOC and FMEA is preferred.

Requires basic proficiency in MS Office.