Chief of Staff, VP

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes - making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Acentra Health is looking for a Chief of Staff, VP to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Chief of Staff, VP serves as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for strengthening the effectiveness, alignment, and execution rigor of Acentra Health's Executive Leadership Team (ELT). This role ensures the ELT operates as a cohesive, enterprise-focused governing body, translating strategic priorities into disciplined execution and measurable outcomes.

This leader drives executive governance, performance management, and operating cadence, reinforcing accountability, decision clarity, and cross-functional alignment. The Chief of Staff, VP partners closely with senior leaders to elevate enterprise performance, support strategic initiatives, and ensure leadership routines enable effective decision-making and sustained organizational impact.

***This is a hybrid role, with a preference for candidates located in the DC, VA, or MD area who can commute to the corporate office in McLean, VA., OR candidate's that are remote, will be required to travel to the corporate office in McLean, Virginia at least once per month.***

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and continuously evolve the Executive Leadership Team governance model and operating cadence.
• Integrate financial, operational, people, and strategic performance metrics into executive forums to enable informed decision-making.
• Strengthen decision clarity, ownership, and follow-through across executive leadership discussions and outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO on executive team effectiveness, alignment, and enterprise risk.
• Provide perspective and guidance on leadership dynamics, organizational priorities, and execution challenges.
• Support preparation for Board meetings and key executive engagements, ensuring materials are clear, concise, and decision-oriented.
• Translate enterprise strategy into structured executive actions, priorities, and leadership expectations.
• Elevate the rigor, focus, and enterprise mindset of leadership discussions and decision-making processes.
• Ensure executive materials are high-quality, forward-looking, and aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Track enterprise commitments and initiatives, reinforcing accountability and execution discipline across leadership.
• Identify and surface cross-functional dependencies, risks, and execution gaps to enable proactive resolution.
• Partner across business units and functions to strengthen alignment, reduce friction, and improve coordination.
• Support enterprise transformation efforts and execution of high-priority strategic initiatives.
• Lead planning and execution of executive offsites, leadership forums, and enterprise planning sessions.
• Provide leadership and direction across executive governance and performance initiatives.
• Influence and align senior leaders across the organization without direct authority.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and enterprise-wide thinking within the Executive Leadership Team.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

The list of responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, management, or a related field OR will consider years' experience in lieu of degree?
• A minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in strategy, operations, consulting, healthcare, or complex enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated experience advising C-suite executives in high-performance organizations.
• Proven ability to influence, challenge, and align senior leaders constructively.
• Proven experience driving enterprise-wide transformation and large-scale change initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret and apply executive-level performance metrics.
• Strong executive presence with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

• Candidate that is remote, will be required to travel to the corporate office in McLean, Virginia at least once per month.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience preparing Board-level materials and supporting executive-level governance processes.
• Background in healthcare, government contracting, or other regulated environments.
• Experience working in matrixed, fast-paced organizations with complex stakeholder environments.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

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EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Experience in Lieu of Degree

For non-clinical roles, or when not required by the contract specifically, the Company acknowledges that practical, hands-on experience can provide skills and competencies equivalent to formal education. As such, in cases where a Bachelor's degree may be required, the Company will accept a minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree. In instances where the candidate has an Associate's degree, the Company will accept a minimum of three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Compensation

The pay for this position is listed below.

"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant's position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."