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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director clinical process improvement in the United States is $105,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Clinical Process Improvement is responsible for leading initiatives to optimize and enhance clinical workflows, processes, and patient care quality within a healthcare organization. They analyze existing clinical procedures, identify inefficiencies or areas for improvement, and implement evidence-based solutions to increase efficiency and patient outcomes. This role often involves collaborating with medical staff, administrators, and quality assurance teams to ensure that changes align with regulatory standards and organizational goals. Additionally, they track performance metrics and report on the success of improvement initiatives.

How does a director clinical process improvement typically collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to drive effective change?

A Director of Clinical Process Improvement regularly partners with both clinical staff (such as physicians and nurses) and administrative leaders to identify workflow inefficiencies and implement evidence-based solutions. This collaboration often involves leading cross-functional teams, facilitating process-mapping sessions, and ensuring that everyone is aligned on project goals. The role requires balancing clinical priorities with operational constraints, communicating clearly with diverse stakeholders, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. Success in this position depends on strong relationship-building and the ability to translate data-driven insights into practical, sustainable changes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director clinical process improvement, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Clinical Process Improvement, you need expertise in healthcare operations, process optimization, and data analysis, typically supported by a clinical background and advanced degrees such as an MPH, MHA, or MBA. Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies, quality improvement software, and data management systems is commonly required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills help drive multidisciplinary teams toward shared goals. These capabilities are essential for implementing effective process changes that enhance patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

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Process Improvement Specialist - Access Technology & Improvement

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Facilitates multidisciplinary teams to evaluate processes, generate alternatives, and make recommendations for process improvements.

  • Develops and implements quality, service, and financial metrics to assess the success of improvement efforts.

  • Provides technical expertise and education to system employees and leaders on key performance indicators and process improvement methodologies.

Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

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Work Shift
Day
Work Day(s)
Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time
8:00 AM
Shift End Time
5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.
Job Description
Contributes to the execution of the department vision and strategies by identifying and executing improvement opportunities. Leads and facilitates the identification of key measures, data analysis, process improvement, and the implementation of redesigned processes for system clinical and operational functions. (Quality & CS Only): Develops, maintains, and provides service line scorecards and associated action plans to leadership. Consults with campus and service line teams and committees on outcomes, results, and improvement planning. Drives clinical process improvement to enhance and positively impact patient experience. Works directly with medical or surgical areas of care such as Emergency, Urgent Care, and Ambulatory Surgery.
Experience
  • Four years of experience in quality, process improvement, industrial engineering, or business analysis in healthcare
  • Experience in revenue cycle, finance, or project management
  • Experience in leading teams and facilitating workshops from start to finish with measurable results and operational impact

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in healthcare, business, engineering, or related field
  • Certification in facilitation, process improvement, project management, or related field
  • Management of large statistical data with proven analysis skills (e.g., clinical, operational, customer service)
  • Experience in leading teams and facilitating workshops from start to finish with measurable results and operational impact

Education
  • Bachelor's degree or 10 years of experience in revenue cycle at managerial level

Certification Summary
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Epic Systems (revenue cycle) within one year of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and process improvement skills
  • Independent judgment and action skills in order to facilitate needed change in practice
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for one-on-one interaction and facilitating group discussions
  • Self-starter with proven ability to organize and follow through multiple complex tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Demonstrated supervisory, instruction, and/or mentoring skills
  • Proficient in computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Visio)
  • Demonstrated statistical analysis skills (clinical, operational, customer service, financial)

Job Responsibilities
  • Educates and provides technical expertise to system employees and leaders in identifying key performance indicators linked and aligned with organizational strategic goals and performance targets.
  • Facilitates multidisciplinary teams using Lean Six Sigma methodology to evaluate processes and systems, generate alternatives, and make recommendations to reduce waste, increase utilization, reduce costs, improve customer satisfaction, and produce improved financial outcomes.
  • Communicates team recommendations effectively.
  • Facilitates delivery of basic, intermediate, and advanced quality and service training modules to management and staff.
  • Develops supporting instructional materials that enhance the learning objectives.
  • Works with other members of the team to ensure consistency and seamlessness in service experience (quality/customer service), financial, or operational performance.
  • Facilitates failure modes and effects analyses to identify and eliminate or minimize points of risks through process redesign.
  • Collaborates with appropriate physicians, management, and staff to obtain, document, and validate information related to assigned projects.
  • Develops quality, service, and financial metrics to assess the overall success of improvement efforts.
  • Evaluates and implements new initiatives that assist in the achievement of system goals.
  • Maintains professional development by expanding knowledge base of methodologies and techniques including continuous quality improvement, statistical process control, Six Sigma, and Lean.
  • Participates in the achievement of organizational-directed department goals.
  • Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and contributes to departmental achievement of financial goals (Revenue Cycle).

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
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