Associate Vice President, Health System Quality & Operational Excellence Greater Dallas, TX Area

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President of Health System Quality & Operational Excellence to develop and lead integrated strategies that advance quality and operational performance. The role coordinates analytics, performance improvement, project management, and systems management, translating data into useful insights, metrics, dashboards, and recommendations for decision-making. Responsibilities include guiding clinical process improvement, overseeing strategic projects, aligning resources and performance standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The position also supports financial planning, employee engagement, and related administrative processes. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience, including team building, strategic planning, performance improvement, and data-informed decision-making. Formal training and experience in industrial engineering or performance improvement are required; a master’s degree in industrial engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Strong critical thinking, systems-based problem solving, communication, and process-improvement facilitation skills are essential. Six Sigma certification and experience with statistical analysis tools, SQL, or report development are advantageous, as is experience in an academic medical center.

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center