Process Excellence Consultant

Employment Information Employment Type: Full time, Shift: Day Shift. Hours: Full‑time 1.0FTE (On‑Site), Monday–Friday. Locations: Maywood, IL, with occasional travel to other Loyola University Health System affiliates. About the Role The Operational Excellence Consultant II will provide strategic and hands‑on leadership to drive performance improvement initiatives across Loyola Medicine. Responsibilities include stabilizing, standardizing, simplifying, and sustaining key operational and clinical processes; acting as a coach and mentor to all levels within the organization; and developing problem‑solving capabilities that improve patient care experience, regulatory goals, and operational metrics such as patient safety, quality, cycle time, rework, financial stewardship, and employee satisfaction. The consultant will provide seasoned guidance to leaders on Process Excellence strategy, deployment, and continuous improvement, fostering an internal culture of redesigning care processes that are cohesively connected. Key tasks involve developing, training, and mentoring teams in Lean, Change Acceleration, Rapid Improvement Events, and Six Sigma methodologies. What You'll Need Required Bachelor’s degree in health administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience leading Lean transformation initiatives with demonstrated sustained results in process improvement and cultural change. Strong knowledge of operations, financial analysis, and organizational development. Experience in clinical improvement initiatives (highly desirable). Lean Green Belt certification with advanced Lean training. Six Sigma Green Belt certification (must be obtained within one year of hire). Preferred Master’s degree. Perks & Benefits Benefits from Day One (medical and dental). Competitive shift differentials. Career development and tuition reimbursement. Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. 403(b) with employer match. On‑site fitness center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC). Referral rewards and perks program. Why Loyola Medicine? Misson‑driven academic health system grounded in compassion, innovation, and service to the community. Opportunity to support enterprise‑wide process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and performance improvement methodologies. Collaborative, cross‑functional environment partnering with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to drive measurable outcomes and advance quality, efficiency, and patient‑centered care in an academic medical setting. Applicant Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. No employment visa sponsorship will be provided. Pay Range $90,896 – $140,920 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, and certification requirements. Our Commitment We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic