Job Specifics
Career Department
Administration
Status
Full Time
Shift
8:00am - 4:30pm
Average Weekly Hours
40
Contact
Employment Specialists
Phone
740.393.9612
740.393.9643
Email
careers [at] knoxcommhosp [dot] org
Posting Date
Tue, 07/28/2026 - 12:00pm
Director of Operational Excellence is a strategic leader responsible for advancing organizational excellence, operational efficiency, and systemwide performance.
This role strategically sets direction, analyzes, plans, and leads the integration of disciplined continuous improvement, project execution, and change management.
Leadership Attributes:
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action.
- Collaborative partner who builds trust across departments.
- Skilled facilitator who brings clarity, structure, and momentum to complex initiatives.
- Committed to advancing quality, safety and operational excellence.
- Values transparency, accountability, and continuous learning
Requirements Include
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in performance improvement, project management, or healthcare operations leadership.
- Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading complex, cross functional initiatives in a healthcare environment.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and relationship building skills.
- Strong analytical and problem -solving abilities with a commitment to data-driven decision making.• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred.
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