What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Operations position at Centurion Health?
Centurion is proud to be the provider of medical and mental health services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.
We are currently seeking a full-time Vice President of Operations to support our state correctional facilities across Maryland.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary executive leader overseeing day-to-day operations for the Illinois DOC contract.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in compliance with contract requirements and state/federal regulations.
- Directly supervise and support regional leadership, including clinical, operational, and administrative teams.
- Collaborate with state agency leaders and correctional partners to maintain strong working relationships.
- Proactively manage labor union dynamics, negotiations, and politically sensitive matters in collaboration with Centurion’s legal and HR teams.
- Oversee strategic planning, budgeting, staffing models, and long-term growth initiatives for the Illinois contract.
- Lead performance improvement initiatives to ensure contract compliance, accreditation readiness, and operational efficiency.
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of healthcare leadership experience, with at least 5 years at the senior/executive level.
- Demonstrated experience in managing labor union environments, including collective bargaining and labor relations strategy.
- Proven success in correctional healthcare or other highly regulated healthcare delivery settings preferred.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare operations, financial management, and government contracting.
- Effective leadership, communication, and political navigation skills.
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Continuing education benefits
- And more...
