Overview

By the end of this program, the viewer should be able to:

  • Describe the Toyota Production System (TPS), and its role in creating challenging environments to engage people to think and grow in their work.

  • Recognize how Lean methods build quality into any process by eliminating waste.

  • Define the importance and role of value stream mapping.

  • Evaluate Lean methods as applied in healthcare to include why and how they work.

  • Use Lean six sigma techniques to form the basis for ongoing continuous improvement.

COURSE LENGTH:  1.5 Hours
ACCREDITATION TYPE:  ASRT - Technologists          CREDIT HOURS:  1.5  

ACCREDITATION TYPE:  CBRN - Nursing    CONTACT HOURS:  2.4

Target Audience

The target audience for this program are radiology administrators and other healthcare managers.