Process Improvement Analyst

The Ohio State University

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The department of Operations Improvement is located at Ackerman Building, 660 Ackerman Road. Projects will entail traveling to anywhere in the James and Ohio State University Medical Complex. The primary working hours are from 8:00am to 5:00pm, but these times may shift when working on specific projects. An example of this is facilitating a process improvement team at 7:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. with clinicians and performing value stream map observation on night shift for a period of time. Supervisory Responsibilities include up to three Fisher Student Interns. Provide operational assessments, efficiency studies, and observations of work flow to ensure the most effective utilization of resources within The James; including evaluation of the impact of new technology, office layouts, and new construction layouts on operations. Provide support and technical advice to the continuous Improvement efforts of the The James, including participating in the development of educational services. Facilitate process improvement teams in achieving improved operational performance. Support development of tools and processes used in process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, process improvement, business operations management, or related fields required.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of databases, computer software, spreadsheets, and graphics needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer a minimum of two years of experience in continuous improvement.
• Health care experience preferred but not required.
• Green Belt certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational assessments, efficiency studies, and observations of work flow to ensure the most effective utilization of resources within The James; including evaluation of the impact of new technology, office layouts, and new construction layouts on operations.
• Provide support and technical advice to the continuous Improvement efforts of the The James, including participating in the development of educational services.
• Facilitate process improvement teams in achieving improved operational performance.
• Support development of tools and processes used in process improvement.
• Supervise up to three Fisher Student Interns.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level