Full Time, M-F Days

Hybrid (Remote and Onsite)

For 

Summary:

The Senior Health Systems Engineer serves as a key member of the hospital's Management Engineering Program, playing a central role in establishing the function, setting analytical standards, and advancing operational efficiency across the organization. This individual will lead high?impact projects that improve patient access, flow, standardization and resource utilization in a pediatric environment. The Senior Health Systems Engineer must be both highly strategic and hands?on-capable of building infrastructure, developing methodologies, mentoring others across the organization, and delivering measurable outcomes. This role requires a systems?thinker who is motivated by mission?driven work that improves care for children and families.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead complex, cross-functional performance improvement initiatives using systems engineering, industrial engineering, and operations research methods.
2. Apply advanced analytical tools (e.g., process mapping, simulation, optimization, statistical analysis, and human-centered design) to improve access, flow, quality, safety, and efficiency.
3. Partner with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to identify priorities, frame problems, and co-develop solutions aligned with organizational strategy.
4. Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for executive, clinical, and operational audiences.
5. Design and evaluate care delivery models, capacity management strategies, and operational workflows, with attention to pediatric and family-centered care.
6. Support implementation, change management, and sustainment of improvement initiatives, including measurement of outcomes and ongoing performance monitoring.
7. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on system design, tradeoffs, and data-driven decision-making.
8. Help establish standards, methodologies, and best practices for the Management Engineering program.
9. Contribute to the development and mentoring of future management engineering staff as the program grows.

Technical Expertise

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Fixed Hybrid

About Akron Children's

More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it. Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, but it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that sets us apart. It’s creating special high-fives. Thinking of new ways to spark a smile. Holding hands to offer comfort. And working to get a giggle that brightens a room. The minute you walk into Akron Children’s, you can sense that people here love what they do. From visits with the Doggie Brigade, to the balloons and smiles in the halls, the sights and sounds are all about one thing: the children. We are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northern Ohio and one of the fastest growing in the country. Akron Children’s has two hospital campuses in Northeast Ohio: one in Akron and the other in Boardman in the Mahoning Valley. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we’re making it easier for today’s busy families - regardless of where they live - to find the high-quality care they need. No matter which of our locations you choose, you’ll see that when you give the most, you get more—...support, rewards and satisfaction. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: It’s making the most of your days. Our passion is felt every day in the way people care at every level. Whether you are working with children face-to-face, or behind the scenes supporting the care and services we deliver, you impact futures. Visit us and see why it’s more than just a place to work. It’s a family. Apply today at careers.akronchildrens.org.

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