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Virginia Department of Health · 2 weeks ago

Acute Care Division Director (Licensure/Certification Program Manager)

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

The Virginia Department of Health is seeking a strategic, experienced leader to serve as the Acute Care Division Director within the Office of Licensure & Certification. This role is essential in overseeing the licensing, inspection, and regulation of acute care facilities, ensuring compliance with laws and fostering a culture of accountability in healthcare quality and safety.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and executive leadership for the Acute Care Division

Oversee the licensing, inspection, and regulation of acute care facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Supervise and support a team of managers, surveyors, and administrative staff; promote a culture of transparency, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Collaborate with VDH leadership, federal partners, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders to improve healthcare delivery and protect patients

Contribute to policy development, regulatory review, and process improvement initiatives

Respond to legislative inquiries, prepare reports, and represent the division in public forums as needed

Qualification

Health care complianceRegulatory knowledgeStaff managementBudget managementEffective communicationPublic administrationMedical sciencesLegislative processes

Required

Broad knowledge of national, regional and state health care issues

Specific knowledge of and experience in federal and state laws and regulations

Experience managing large staffs, remotely and on-site; experience developing, monitoring, and managing budgets

Knowledge of state and federal budgeting processes and procedures

Must be able to effectively write and deliver guidance to staff and constituents on applicable legislation/regulations, personal communications and technical reports

Must effectively communicate orally and interpersonally before groups; ability to provide direction and management to staff; interpret regulations and policies and apply them independently

A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency

If performing LTC inspections- must obtain SMQT Certification within 12 months of hire date and obtain medical clearance and be successfully fit tested in accordance with OSHA regulations within 90 days of hire date and annual thereafter; knowledge of legislative, regulatory and legal processes as they relate to state and federal rules pertaining LTC licensing and certification