Job Description

The Quality Improvement Consultant will actively partner with leaders to improve operations and quality through project management, initiative support, and process improvement. In collaboration with clinical and administrative leaders, will execute improvement projects related to organizational goals and strategies in assigned areas. Consultants will manage all aspects of complex projects, including improvement plans and defining appropriate tools, methodologies and metrics needed to improve efficiencies of healthcare operations, patient safety and clinical processes. Consultants will coach and mentor individuals and teams on improvement methods, system thinking, change management, group dynamics and planning methods.

This is a hybrid remote position that will work onsite at Hudson Hospital in Hudson, WI weekly. This is not a fully remote position. Employees must reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota, and have a reliable internet connection and a quiet place to work free from interruptions.

Work Schedule: 4 0 hrs weekly / 1.0 FTE; Mon-Fri, Business days

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-4 years of relevant experience with 2-3 years project management experience (senior quality improvement: 5-7 years of relevant work experience with 3-5 years of project management experience)
• Experience with process improvement, Lean, Six Sigma or PDSA, project management, change Management.
• Proven experience in managing successful projects of both small and medium scale.
• Experience with online meeting and sharing platforms, such as WebEx, MS Teams, and SharePoint to effectively lead projects remotely when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR (Epic).
• Certified in Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) change methodology, Six Sigma, Lean or related quality Improvement methods
• Change Management Certification
• PMP certification
• CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality)

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.