Senior Director Operational Excellence

Ascension • Chicago, IL

18h • $146,000 - $248,200 • Remote

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

Nice To Haves

• Must be Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
• CCRC experience is required

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment, coordination and management of Operational Excellence (OE) for area of responsibility.
• Develop and foster a culture of continuous improvement by leading improvement activities.
• Establish an operational excellence organization serving as advocate, mentor, teacher and role model for integrating best practices into the organization. Serves as a subject matter expert within the discipline.
• Develop systems and metrics for sustainable compliance of continuous improvement processes.
• Design and establish sustainable systems for the tracking and reporting of value proposition resulting from continuous improvement program.
• Benchmark industry practices and external expertise to identify future organizational opportunities.
• Conduct hiring, directing, development and evaluation of staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree