Description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for supporting systemwide performance development initiatives by partnering with Human Resources partners, Operational Leaders, and other stakeholders across the organization. The Performance Consultant serves as a subject matter expert in Performance programs and tools such as the Annual Review, Talent Review, and Succession Planning. This role also provides consultative support, training, and system optimization to advance performance development strategies aligned with organizational goals.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field
• Preferred - Master's degree in a related discipline

Work Experience

• Required - 3-5 years of experience in performance management, talent development, or HR consulting
• Preferred - Experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms; experience supporting performance programs in a complex, multi-site organization. Experience in healthcare.

Certifications

• Preferred - SHRM-CP, PHR/SPHR, or other relevant HR certifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills to assess performance trends and recommend improvements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present and facilitate training sessions
• Advanced project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives independently
• Technical proficiency in HRIS platforms, especially Workday
• Ability to consult effectively with HR partners, leaders, and cross-functional teams
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and timeliness
• Ability to develop and deliver training content for varied audiences
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment

Job Duties

• Acts as a subject matter expert in performance development, talent review, and succession planning
• Leads performance-related projects and programs, including training, communication, and system support
• Provides consultative support to HR partners, leaders, and other stakeholders across the organization
• Analyzes data and feedback to recommend improvements to performance processes and tools
• Maintains and optimizes Workday templates and tools related to performance and feedback
• Develops and delivers training (live and on-demand) for leaders and employees
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support enterprise-wide initiatives
• Supports HR Connect case resolution and maintains knowledge articles
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (occasionally means activity or conditions exist up to 1/3 of the work day), and/or, a negligible amount of force frequently (frequently means activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the work day) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases .

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.