Senior Level Performance Improvement Specialist Jobs
Senior level performance improvement specialist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of designing enterprise-wide improvement frameworks, owning measurable outcomes, and leading the cross-functional teams and initiatives that drive operational excellence. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services and Healthcare & Medical Services, with 100% offering remote or hybrid arrangements, and employers like Alvarez & Marsal, Dartmouth Health, and Boston Medical Center hiring at this level now.
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Responsibilities
- Masters and applies standard project management tools to all projects. Contribute to the knowledge-based tools used for project management at DH.
- Facilitates and supports performance improvement and patient safety across the DH system through participation in, leadership of, and coaching of individuals working on continuous improvement projects.
- Works with leaders to develop area Key Performance Indicators and strategy deployment plans.
- Designs and implements data collection plans and analyzes data to identify opportunities for improvement on projects.
- Leads the development of metrics and reporting tools for Performance Improvement Department activity assessment.
- Participates in the operation of the Performance Improvement Department.
- Maintains tools used in project and administrative work (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, etc.).
- Leads the development and delivery of improvement and safety education, including Value Institute courses.
- Assesses skillsets to identify organizational need for education in change management, continuous improvement, measurement, and data analysis. Proposes, develops, and delivers curricula to meet identified needs.
- Provides coach-the-coach support for staff developing coaching competency.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Informatics, or related field required.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Healthcare Administration or other technical field preferred.
- 8 years of experience applying continuous improvement methodologies to lead change or the equivalent in education, certification, or alternate experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to apply change management concepts required.
- Experience developing and delivering continuous improvement curricula preferred.
- Demonstrated experience coaching adult learners is required.
- Prior experience working in health systems is preferred.
- Functional knowledge of regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated project management experience is required.
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate and lead projects are essential.
- Demonstrated contribution to engineering, scientific, or continuous improvement communities through conference or journal publications or equivalent is desired.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $85,862.40/Yr. - $137,384.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 42602
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
Responsibilities
- Masters and applies standard project management tools to all projects. Contribute to the knowledge-based tools used for project management at DH.
- Facilitates and supports performance improvement and patient safety across the DH system through participation in, leadership of, and coaching of individuals working on continuous improvement projects.
- Works with leaders to develop area Key Performance Indicators and strategy deployment plans.
- Designs and implements data collection plans and analyzes data to identify opportunities for improvement on projects.
- Leads the development of metrics and reporting tools for Performance Improvement Department activity assessment.
- Participates in the operation of the Performance Improvement Department.
- Maintains tools used in project and administrative work (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, etc.).
- Leads the development and delivery of improvement and safety education, including Value Institute courses.
- Assesses skillsets to identify organizational need for education in change management, continuous improvement, measurement, and data analysis. Proposes, develops, and delivers curricula to meet identified needs.
- Provides coach-the-coach support for staff developing coaching competency.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Informatics, or related field required.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Healthcare Administration or other technical field preferred.
- 8 years of experience applying continuous improvement methodologies to lead change or the equivalent in education, certification, or alternate experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to apply change management concepts required.
- Experience developing and delivering continuous improvement curricula preferred.
- Demonstrated experience coaching adult learners is required.
- Prior experience working in health systems is preferred.
- Functional knowledge of regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated project management experience is required.
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate and lead projects are essential.
- Demonstrated contribution to engineering, scientific, or continuous improvement communities through conference or journal publications or equivalent is desired.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $85,862.40/Yr. - $137,384.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 42602
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
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Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal21
- Dartmouth Health1
- Boston Medical Center1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Senior Level Performance Improvement Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level performance improvement specialist job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led improvement initiatives end-to-end, not just supported them. Demonstrable experience applying methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or process reengineering to measurable business outcomes is essential. Certifications such as a Black Belt or PMP strengthen your candidacy, and the ability to present ROI to executive stakeholders is what separates senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Which companies hire senior level performance improvement specialists?
Companies hiring senior level performance improvement specialists right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Dartmouth Health, and Boston Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large health systems, government contractors, consulting firms, and enterprise manufacturers that run formal continuous improvement programs.
Are there remote senior level performance improvement specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and project type. About 100% of senior level performance improvement specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles more common in healthcare and manufacturing where process observation and floor-level work are part of the job.
What makes a performance improvement specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership. Where mid-level specialists execute projects assigned to them, senior specialists design the improvement strategy, own the outcomes, and are accountable to leadership for results. They also mentor junior team members, facilitate cross-departmental alignment, and are expected to introduce or refine the frameworks and tools the organization uses.
Which industries hire the most senior level performance improvement specialists?
Senior Level performance improvement specialist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate at scale, face regulatory or efficiency pressures, and have the budget to invest in dedicated senior improvement talent.