Improvement Specialist

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Performance Improvement, conducts quality improvement projects to achieve the goals and objectives of Tampa General Hospital. Must lead improvement projects in his/her assigned area of the system through all project phases including identification, prioritization, definition, team facilitation, adherence to timelines, action planning and project completion and transition. Collaborates with management to understand department needs and to ensure project alignment and results.

Mentors junior team members within department. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values in accordance with Tampa General Hospital.

• Master's Degree Industrial Engineering, Master's Degree Healthcare Administration, Master's Degree Business Administration, Master's Degree Public Health, Master's Degree Informatics, Master's Degree Operations Management, Master's Degree Nursing, Master's Degree Health Science or Master's Degree Related Field
• License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State Registered Nurse
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), American Society of Quality (ASQ), Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean/Six Sigma
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality/performance improvement in the healthcare setting OR Healthcare Professional with a minimum of 5 years in clinician, coordinator, specialist, or informatics role with experience leading quality improvement Certification may be earned within 2 years of hire. An equivalent combination of education/certification and realized competencies