I am a solution-focused and innovative leader who is passionate about delivering value for my customers. I believe in developing people as a core strategy to create internal capability in an organization and ultimately spread a culture of continuous improvement.
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Principal OwnerLean ConnectomeNew York, Ny, Us
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Lead Business Execution Consultant - Operational Excellence CibWells Fargo Jun 2023 - PresentNew York City Metropolitan Area -
Lean LeaderGe Healthcare Dec 2021 - May 2023 -
Sr. Manager Performance ImprovementHealthfirst Nov 2019 - Nov 2021New York City Metropolitan Area -
Director Supply Chain IntegrationNyu Langone Health Oct 2018 - Sep 2019New York City Metropolitan Area•Established supply chain key performance indicators (KPI) and aligned process improvement projects to achieve performance goals-Logistics and inventory division decreased stock outs in a nursing unit by 45%-Developed par-level screening algorithm that allows easy identification of par level changes for the PAR Excellence replenishment system •Established process and created standard report for Quarterly Business Review (QBR) vendor meetings•Developed and managed the implementation of a communication plan for primary supplier transition -
Sr. Lean Six Sigma Facilitator (Master Black Belt)Nyu Langone Health May 2016 - Sep 2018New York City Metropolitan Area•Consulted with NYU leadership on Lean strategy and managed the implementation of large-scale cross-functional projects -Implemeted a new employee self-service process in PeopleSoft HCM-Designed and implemented an institution wide Professorships Dashboard•Developed content, including case studies, for multiple Lean training sessions for NYULH staff100% of attendees surveyed responded that they would be either “extremely likely” or “somewhat likely” able to apply the concepts learned in the session in their work•Leveraged institutional dashboards and metrics in order to identify operational opportunities for improvement •Implemented the Training Within Industry (TWI) methodology as a standard practice for staff training and sustainment of workflow changes (post lean intervention) -
Lean Six Sigma Facilitator (Black Belt)Nyu Langone Health Jun 2013 - Apr 2016New York City Metropolitan Area•Planned and facilitated over 45 Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs) for multiple departments across the health system, resulting in cost reduction and improve customer service-Implemented a new scheduling process for an ambulatory care site that reduced overall patient visit time by 30% and increase patient volume by 45% . Press Ganey Score improved from 47% to 60% -Improved on-time start time for surgical procedures from 3% to 20% •Worked with leaders from various departments to overcome implementation barriers and identified key performance indicators to monitor impact of process improvement activities •Designed and delivered multiple Lean Six Sigma courses for NYULHS employees -
Laboratory ManagerNyu Langone Medical Center Jul 2004 - May 2013Nyu Langone Medical Center, Neurogenetics Laboratory•Designed and implemented a Quality Management Systems program, including procedures and documentation, in accordance with NYSDH requirements•Coordinated several multicenter investigator-initiated clinical trials to develop therapies for Lysosomal Storage Disorders•Authored and co-authored 11 research papers published in various professional journals -
Assitant Research ScientistNyu Langone Medical Center Mar 2002 - Jun 2004•Performed biochemical and molecular testing•Communicated laboratory results to genetic counselors and physicians •Instructed residents on the diagnosis of Lysosomal Storage Disorders -
Subject Matter Expert, Joint Commission Laboratory Accreditation ProgramThe Joint Commission Jun 2011 - Jul 2012•Recommended evidence-based practices to be included in the Joint Commission’s current Laboratory Accreditation Standards•Consulted with nationwide team of experts to review and establish new accreditation standards for genetic testing
Paola A. Torres, Mpa Education Details
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Health Policy And Management -
Learning Design -
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Frequently Asked Questions about Paola A. Torres, Mpa
What company does Paola A. Torres, Mpa work for?
Paola A. Torres, Mpa works for Lean Connectome
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Paola A. Torres, Mpa's current role is Principal Owner.
What schools did Paola A. Torres, Mpa attend?
Paola A. Torres, Mpa attended Nyu Robert F. Wagner Graduate School Of Public Service, Nyu School Of Professional Studies, Rutgers Business School, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.
Who are Paola A. Torres, Mpa's colleagues?
Paola A. Torres, Mpa's colleagues are Jennifer Farrell, Chantal Taylor Beaumont, Jaime Gries, Huekelly. Hoang2, Michelle Murphy, Julie Simmons, Andy Patrick.
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