Position Purpose:
Identify and implement enterprise wide process improvement activities utilizing LEAN/Six Sigma, Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) or similar methodologies to support business infrastructure and procurement of new business opportunities

Key Details: Applicants for this position have the flexibility to work remotely from their home anywhere within the United States. A Six Sigma Green Belt and previous healthcare experience are strongly preferred. The work schedule is primarily Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, but an occasional weekend may be needed.

• Support the development, prioritization and execution of performance improvement projects utilizing LEAN/Six Sigma, PDSA or similar methodologies for all process improvements
• Assist with the implementation and training of functional areas regarding process engineering maintenance plans and staff trainings to improve effectiveness
• Collect, monitor and evaluate project key performance metrics and develop project status reports
• Facilitate cross functional improvement teams following DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze Improve Control) roadmap or similar improvement process
• Communicate gaps in process designs and implementations to upper management
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. 4+ years of LEAN, Six Sigma or similar process improvement experience within the healthcare industry preferred. Previous working knowledge of process mapping and design, statistical applications and project management software.

Licenses/Certifications: LEAN/Six Sigma Green Belt, CAPM-PMI - Certified Associate of Project Management preferred. Black Belt or PMP preferred.
 

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.
 

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. 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 other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act