13 Medical Facilities jobs in the United States

Department ofHealth and Human Services (DHHS) Public Service Manager II Opening Date: July 3, 2025 Closing Date: July 17, 2025 Job Class Code: MA32 Grade: 32 (Confidential) Salary: $77,896.00 - $10,073.60 per year Position Number: 02031-2347 Location : Augusta

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The Associate Director of the Medical Facilities Unit (classified as a Public Service Manager II) is responsible for administering major statewide licensing and certification programs and directly overseeing key operational, support, and administrative functions within the Division of Licensing and Certification, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The role oversees Maines acute settings, rehabs, labs, and nursing facilities.

This position reports to the Divisions Director and Chief Operating Officer and operates under administrative direction. As a member of senior leadership team at DLC, the Associate Director helps implement division-wide policies and initiatives that support agency goals and regulatory obligations at both the state and federal levels, including compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.

Scope and Complexity:

Oversees two major programs: State Licensing of Medical Facilities and Federal Certification under CMS.
The position contributes substantively to policy and strategic decisions, influencing the direction and impact of medical facility oversight in the state.

Primary Responsibilities:
Program Administration: Manages daily operations of licensing and certification functions; develops, implements, and evaluates internal policies and procedures for completing surveys.
Policy Development: Participates in the creation of regulations, technical guidance, and standard operating procedures that interpret and apply federal and state law.
Personnel Management: Supervises a multidisciplinary team including nurses; directs staffing, training, performance management, and resource allocation.
Cross-Agency Collaboration: Coordinates with other DHHS offices, including MaineCare, CMS, and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and program integration.
Strategic Implementation: Assists in setting and executing division goals; uses performance data and state and federal benchmarks to guide program improvements.
Fiscal and Administrative Oversight: Informs and approves transactions within defined fiscal limits and contribute to budget planning and management of resources.

Program Impact and Contribution:

The programs under this position have an impact on the overall mission of DHHS, ensuring safe, high-quality healthcare services statewide.
The Associate Director provides expert consultation to executive leadership and plays a key advisory role in program and policy decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

Requires significant experience in healthcare regulation or public administration, with demonstrated success in program and personnel management.
Advanced education or equivalent leadership experience in healthcare, law, public policy, or a related field is preferred.

Representative Working Titles: Associate Director, Health Licensing Program Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of combined education and professional experience in social service programming, business, public administration, law, or healthcare, including at least four (4) years in a leadership role managing professional staff.

Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

Proven leadership excellence, with a strong track record of building, motivating, and managing high-performing teams
Executive-level experience in healthcare management or administration
In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing healthcare facilities, including oversight by State agencies, CMS, and Accreditation Organizations
Direct experience engaging with legislative processes and public policy initiatives
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively
Formal training and practical experience in regulatory hearings, procedures, and statutory interpretation
Demonstrated success in collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and effectively communicating with diverse professional stakeholders

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Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If youre currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Division of Licensing & Certification (DLC) within DHHS provides regulatory oversight of medical and long-term care facilities in Maine. This includes oversight of the CNA registry, criminal background checks for employers to ensure staff are safe to care for our vulnerable citizens, and investigations into allegations of unsafe practices/events in facilities as diverse as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, behavioral health agencies, group homes and other community support providers.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Bill Montejo, Division of Licensing and Certification at ( .

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application.

In your cover letter address the competencies listed above, as well as confirmation that you meet all the minimum qualifications.

** Applications submitted with cover letters that do not address the information required above may not be considered for this vacancy.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

To request a paper application, please contact

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto"Dirigo" or "I lead"as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ( 11,196.96 - 12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ( 387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated foranything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If youre looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Public Service Manager II
Opening Date: July 3, 2025
Closing Date: July 17, 2025
Job Class Code: MA32
Grade: 32 (Confidential)
Salary: $77,896.00 - $10,073.60 per year
Position Number: 02031-2347
Location : Augusta

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

The Associate Director of the Medical Facilities Unit (classified as a Public Service Manager II) is responsible for administering major statewide licensing and certification programs and directly overseeing key operational, support, and administrative functions within the Division of Licensing and Certification, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The role oversees Maine's acute settings, rehabs, labs, and nursing facilities.

This position reports to the Division's Director and Chief Operating Officer and operates under administrative direction. As a member of senior leadership team at DLC, the Associate Director helps implement division-wide policies and initiatives that support agency goals and regulatory obligations at both the state and federal levels, including compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.

Scope and Complexity:

• Oversees two major programs: State Licensing of Medical Facilities and Federal Certification under CMS.
• The position contributes substantively to policy and strategic decisions, influencing the direction and impact of medical facility oversight in the state.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Program Administration: Manages daily operations of licensing and certification functions; develops, implements, and evaluates internal policies and procedures for completing surveys.
• Policy Development: Participates in the creation of regulations, technical guidance, and standard operating procedures that interpret and apply federal and state law.
• Personnel Management: Supervises a multidisciplinary team including nurses; directs staffing, training, performance management, and resource allocation.
• Cross-Agency Collaboration: Coordinates with other DHHS offices, including MaineCare, CMS, and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and program integration.
• Strategic Implementation: Assists in setting and executing division goals; uses performance data and state and federal benchmarks to guide program improvements.
• Fiscal and Administrative Oversight: Informs and approves transactions within defined fiscal limits and contribute to budget planning and management of resources.

Program Impact and Contribution:

• The programs under this position have an impact on the overall mission of DHHS, ensuring safe, high-quality healthcare services statewide.
• The Associate Director provides expert consultation to executive leadership and plays a key advisory role in program and policy decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Requires significant experience in healthcare regulation or public administration, with demonstrated success in program and personnel management.
• Advanced education or equivalent leadership experience in healthcare, law, public policy, or a related field is preferred.

Representative Working Titles: Associate Director, Health Licensing Program Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of combined education and professional experience in social service programming, business, public administration, law, or healthcare, including at least four (4) years in a leadership role managing professional staff.

Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Proven leadership excellence, with a strong track record of building, motivating, and managing high-performing teams
• Executive-level experience in healthcare management or administration
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing healthcare facilities, including oversight by State agencies, CMS, and Accreditation Organizations
• Direct experience engaging with legislative processes and public policy initiatives
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively
• Formal training and practical experience in regulatory hearings, procedures, and statutory interpretation
• Demonstrated success in collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and effectively communicating with diverse professional stakeholders

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Division of Licensing & Certification (DLC) within DHHS provides regulatory oversight of medical and long-term care facilities in Maine. This includes oversight of the CNA registry, criminal background checks for employers to ensure staff are safe to care for our vulnerable citizens, and investigations into allegations of unsafe practices/events in facilities as diverse as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, behavioral health agencies, group homes and other community support providers.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Bill Montejo, Division of Licensing and Certification at ( .

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application.

In your cover letter address the competencies listed above, as well as confirmation that you meet all the minimum qualifications.

** Applications submitted with cover letters that do not address the information required above may not be considered for this vacancy.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

To request a paper application, please contact

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ( 387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Associate Director, Medical Facilities Unit

Augusta , Maine , United States | Management & Supervisory | Full-time

Apply by: July 17, 2025

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Public Service Manager IIOpening Date:July 3, 2025Closing Date: July 17, 2025Job Class Code:MA32Grade:32 (Confidential)Salary:$77,896.00 - $10,073.60 per yearPosition Number:02031-2347Location: Augusta

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

The Associate Director of the Medical Facilities Unit (classified as a Public Service Manager II) is responsible for administering major statewide licensing and certification programs and directly overseeing key operational, support, and administrative functions within the Division of Licensing and Certification, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The role oversees Maine’s acute settings, rehabs, labs, and nursing facilities.

This position reports to the Division’s Director and Chief Operating Officer and operates under administrative direction. As a member of senior leadership team at DLC, the Associate Director helps implement division-wide policies and initiatives that support agency goals and regulatory obligations at both the state and federal levels, including compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.

Scope and Complexity:

• Oversees two major programs: State Licensing of Medical Facilities and Federal Certification under CMS.

• The position contributes substantively to policy and strategic decisions, influencing the direction and impact of medical facility oversight in the state.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Program Administration: Manages daily operations of licensing and certification functions; develops, implements, and evaluates internal policies and procedures for completing surveys.

• Policy Development: Participates in the creation of regulations, technical guidance, and standard operating procedures that interpret and apply federal and state law.

• Personnel Management: Supervises a multidisciplinary team including nurses; directs staffing, training, performance management, and resource allocation.

• Cross-Agency Collaboration: Coordinates with other DHHS offices, including MaineCare, CMS, and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and program integration.

• Strategic Implementation: Assists in setting and executing division goals; uses performance data and state and federal benchmarks to guide program improvements.

• Fiscal and Administrative Oversight: Informs and approves transactions within defined fiscal limits and contribute to budget planning and management of resources.

Program Impact and Contribution:

• The programs under this position have an impact on the overall mission of DHHS, ensuring safe, high-quality healthcare services statewide.

• The Associate Director provides expert consultation to executive leadership and plays a key advisory role in program and policy decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Requires significant experience in healthcare regulation or public administration, with demonstrated success in program and personnel management.

• Advanced education or equivalent leadership experience in healthcare, law, public policy, or a related field is preferred.

Representative Working Titles:Associate Director, Health Licensing Program Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of combined education and professional experience in social service programming, business, public administration, law, or healthcare, including at least four (4) years in a leadership role managing professional staff.

Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Proven leadership excellence, with a strong track record of building, motivating, and managing high-performing teams

• Executive-level experience in healthcare management or administration

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing healthcare facilities, including oversight by State agencies, CMS, and Accreditation Organizations

• Direct experience engaging with legislative processes and public policy initiatives

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively

• Formal training and practical experience in regulatory hearings, procedures, and statutory interpretation

• Demonstrated success in collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and effectively communicating with diverse professional stakeholders

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

Agency information:

TheDepartment of Health and Human Services ( (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Division of Licensing & Certification (DLC) within DHHS provides regulatory oversight of medical and long-term care facilities in Maine. This includes oversight of the CNA registry, criminal background checks for employers to ensure staff are safe to care for our vulnerable citizens, and investigations into allegations of unsafe practices/events in facilities as diverse as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, behavioral health agencies, group homes and other community support providers.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Bill Montejo, Division of Licensing and Certification at ( .

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application.

In your cover letter address the competencies listed above, as well as confirmation that you meet all the minimum qualifications.

** Applications submitted with cover letters that do not address the information required above may not be considered for this vacancy.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

To request a paper application, please contact

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on alary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($3 7.92 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act ( .

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package ( , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness ( .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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The Floor Technician is responsible for floor maintenance, restoration, and the operation of industrial floor care equipment in assigned location(s). Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
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+ Anticipates and responds to customer needs.
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+ Uses the proper procedures on carpet and upholstering (shampooing, damp surface, extractions, spot cleaning, vacuuming, etc.).
+ Operates industrial floor care equipment as assigned and according to schedule for cleaning of large area of floor surface.
+ Performs maintenance and restorative processes for all floor surface types.
+ Properly processes all municipal solid waste (MSW), infectious, and pharmaceutical waste including rendering infectious waste as MSW.
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At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
**Qualifications**
+ Previous experience as a floor care technician or in related role and knowledge of floor care equipment and use is preferred.
+ Must be able to read and write to facilitate proper communication with others and be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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We have an immediate need and are currently interviewing practicing candidates and future graduates.Join an already established, hospital employed practiceGenerous sign-on bonusStipend for those still in trainingMoving allowanceElectronic Medical RecordsOn site lab, x-ray and MRINew medical office buildingPhysician Career Options Include: Joining a multi-specialty group Joining a single specialty group Be an independent practitioner with a collection guaranteeAlso: Employment (available for some specialties)We offer a rich recruitment package which can include:Stipend during completion of your trainingRelocation allowance Practice activation bonusMarketing allowanceLifestyleAverage commute to work is 10 minutes Near the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and Oklahoma City Various outdoor activities including golf, cycling, boating, running and hiking Many cultural opportunities including professional symphony orchestra and ballet troupe, two community theaters, an opera house with live performances and art galleries and museumsRecently ranked among the country's top 10 best real estate markets Also recently ranked 6th in the nation for best cost of livingLive in an established neighborhood, golf course community, ranch setting or in one of the city's new housing developmentsFamily-oriented lifestyle and the time to enjoy it