The HFMG Office of Health Advancement and Professional Excellence serves as a strategic partner to multiple Henry Ford Health (HFH), academic, and community stakeholders through community outreach and engagement; workforce development initiatives such as RYSE MED and related pathway efforts that strengthen access, preparation, and long-term success in health professions careers; and targeted initiatives and capacity building that support excellence among physicians, researchers, and advanced practice practitioners.
Through data-informed strategies, the office advances high-quality patient care by integrating research, education, and clinical practice while cultivating an inclusive professional environment that supports engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the HFH enterprise. We value individuals with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives who are excited to work at the intersection of community engagement, education, research, and health system transformation, and we invite you to apply.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This position will report to the Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) Medical Director of Health Advancement and Professional Excellence. Under minimal supervision an Executive Leader, performs and/or manages project work of a generally complex nature aimed at improving operating systems and functions within HFHS, with increasing responsibility for project planning. Budgets and allocates analyst resources for projects within scope of responsibility. Prepares reports and recommendations for management and coordinates implementation whenever possible. May act as a consultant on projects outside of specific assignments. Supervises tasks of support staff relative to assigned projects.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or a relevant technical/ management field. Master's Degree is preferred.
- Requires a minimum of four (4) years in Operations Analysis, Management Engineering, Operations management, or a related analytical field in health care or management consulting directed toward process improvement.
- Previous supervisory and/or consulting experience is preferred.
- Previous experience in leading quality improvement initiatives/project management is highly desirable.
- Lean training highly preferred.
- Significant project management experience and outstanding analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
- Ability to apply innovative solutions to problems and familiarity with TQM process is also required.
- - - Cover Letter is required