Facility Health Program Manager - Notional

Acuity International • Cape Canaveral, FL

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About The Position

Our vision aims to empower our clients by actively leveraging our broad range of services. With our global presence, we have career opportunities all across the world which can lead to a unique, exciting and fulfilling career path. Pick your path today! To see what career opportunities we have available, explore below to find your next career! Please be aware of employment scams where hackers pose as legitimate companies and recruiters to obtain personal information from job seekers. Please be vigilant and verify the authenticity of any job offers or communications. We will never request sensitive information such as Social Security numbers or bank details during the initial stages of the recruitment process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, contact us directly through our official channels. Stay safe and protect your personal information. Position is contingent upon successful contract award. The Facility Health Program Manager (HFPM) manages the assigned health care programs within a detention setting, ensuring safe, timely, and equitable delivery of medical, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services. This role oversees clinical governance, quality and safety, staffing, compliance, and budget—aligning care with applicable laws, regulations, policies, professional standards, and detention operations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in healthcare administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field preferred (Bachelor’s degree with significant relevant experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare administration, preferably in correctional, detention, military, or government-contracted healthcare environments.
• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations, detention facility healthcare standards, and government contracting compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead diverse teams in a secure environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and healthcare management systems (EHR, scheduling, inventory).
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary clearances and credentials required for access to detention facilities.
• Meet the requirements of the contract for all immunizations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, Resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.
• Must complete all required training.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary healthcare teams in high-security or government settings.
• Strong background in compliance, audits, and inspections (e.g., NCCHC, ACA, Joint Commission).
• Financial acumen in managing healthcare budgets under government contracts.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
• Detention center experience.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory & Contract Compliance: Ensure adherence to government regulations, contractual requirements, and accreditation standards (e.g., NCCHC, ACA, ICE Performance-Based National Detention Standards, OSHA, HIPAA).
• Staff Management: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management of medical and support staff, including physicians, nurses, dentists, behavioral health providers, and allied health professionals.
• Budget & Resource Oversight: Manage budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure proper allocation of medical resources, supplies, and pharmaceuticals.
• Quality & Risk Management: Develop and maintain quality improvement, patient safety, infection control, and risk management programs. Prepare for and support internal/external audits and inspections.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact with the government customer, prime contractor, and detention facility leadership, providing timely reports, updates, and recommendations.
• Emergency Preparedness: Coordinate emergency medical response planning, drills, and continuity of operations in compliance with facility protocols.
• Reporting & Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely submission of reports, incident documentation, and statistical data required under the government contract.
• Other duties and projects assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager