Performance Improvement Advisor

JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. The Performance Improvement (PI) Advisor is principal-level internal improvement consultant responsible for directing and driving transformational, enterprise-level initiatives across all settings in Stanford Medicine Children's Health. Consults and partners with executives, senior clinicians, and others to facilitate/lead deep opportunity analysis, recommend innovative solutions, structure reliable implementation plans, develop related budgets, identify key metrics/required reporting, and effectively manage initiatives to achieve targeted results. Responsible for managing strategic initiatives from inception to implementation in collaboration with the executive sponsor and initiative owner. Provides strategic direction for improvement efforts, offering expert consultation and mentorship for the organization and key oversight and development for improvement team members. PI Advisors oversee improvement initiatives that elevate multiple system-level performance activities (e.g. multiple deep value stream engagements). Responsible for advancing the improvement capability of our healthcare system by developing the capability of our structures, processes, and people over time. The PI Advisor collaborates with leadership to oversee the entire improvement portfolio within their assigned areas, including value stream management, strategic planning, program development, goal setting, project management and execution, improvement training, and responding to ad hoc support needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. *Serves as a principal-level internal improvement consultant responsible for directing and driving transformational, enterprise-level initiatives across all settings in Stanford Medicine Children's Health. Consults and partners with executives, senior clinicians, and others to facilitate/lead deep opportunity analysis, recommend innovative solutions, structure reliable implementation plans, develop related budgets, identify key metrics/required reporting, and effectively manage initiatives to achieve targeted results. *Leads strategic and transformational improvement programs, systems level improvement initiatives, and complex projects, utilizing systems thinking, improvement science practices and/or project management skills throughout the enterprise. Responsible for managing strategic initiatives from inception to implementation in collaboration with the executive sponsor and initiative owner. Provides strategic direction for improvement efforts, offering expert consultation and mentorship for the organization and key oversight and development for improvement team members. *Collaborates with leadership to oversee the entire improvement portfolio within their assigned areas, including value stream management, strategic planning, program development, goal setting, project management and execution, improvement training, and responding to ad hoc support needs. *Responsible for advancing the improvement capability of our healthcare system by developing the capability of our structures, processes, and people over time. *Ensures that improvement efforts are aligned with the wider enterprise objectives. Influences annual goal deployment cycle processes and implementation including the development and deployment of goals, and the check/adjust process. *Guides the organization toward workable strategies and solutions using excellent strategic thinking and consulting skills. *Coaches teams in various improvement science methods and relevant tools to solve problems. Promotes data to drive decisions, best practices and systems thinking to drive high value care and outcomes. *Champions the Packard Quality Management System (PQMS) and progresses PQMS capabilities throughout the organization. Collaborates with leadership to develop, deploy, and advance PQMS through content creation, training, and coaching. *Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships, demonstrating ownership in managing relationships with all levels of stakeholders. *Establishes self as a trusted partner, influencer, change agent and coach to internal and external stakeholders at all levels to effectively manage, create synergy, prioritize projects, set goals and actions plans, and measure impact. *Executes process improvement analysis and delivers clear and concise advice and responses in a pressured environment. *Teaches and applies statistical analysis and reporting practices pertaining to process improvement and program evaluation, specifically including ability to apply statistical process control (SPC) and use of analysis software, such as QI Macros. *Supports and contributes to executive level committees and taskforces. *Leads the work of Specialists, Associates and Coordinators and develops junior team members through coaching/mentoring. *Contributes across our network of affiliate institutions, organizations, and associations and other health care providers to stay in touch with developments and trends in the healthcare market as it relates to best practices. Researches industry best practices to promote change and innovation. *Assists with recruiting, including initial screening calls, and makes recommendation to leadership team on fit with role and department. *Mentors and coaches Specialists and Associates, providing training and development to enhance team capabilities and often leading and approving work product. *Performs other related and incidental duties as needed or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare administration, public health, nursing, public administration, finance, mechanical, electrical, industrial, operations, civil engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in healthcare, business, engineering or related field preferred. Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience License/Certification: Formal certification in improvement science methodology (Lean Silver, Lean Gold, Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt, etc.) preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification. *Demonstrated expertise in implementing improvement science methodologies such as lean, six sigma, TPS, PDSA with emphasis on understanding systems, flow, waste, variation, human psychology/change management, development of knowledge through PDSA cycles and A3 thinking *Demonstrated expertise to apply a