08/18/2026
Please join us in welcoming Jacob Fontenot, Environment of Care Director, to Acadia St. Landry Hospital.
Jacob brings 29 years of healthcare facility and plant operations experience to ASLH. He began his career in 1995 after earning his Universal Licensed HVAC certification from T.H. Harris Technical College and went on to hold increasingly responsible leadership roles in healthcare plant operations, including serving as a director and regional leader in plant operations and safety.
Throughout his career, Jacob has developed extensive experience in Environment of Care, facility operations, safety and regulatory readiness. He is especially proud of his successful history with Joint Commission and CMS surveys and brings decades of hands-on knowledge in keeping healthcare facilities safe, compliant and running effectively.
Jacob has also spent 17 years involved with the Louisiana Society for Healthcare Facility Management and has served as its Secretary/Treasurer. He is affiliated with the American Society for Health Care Engineering and holds a Healthcare Physical Environment Worker certification.
What Jacob enjoys most about his work is simple: fixing things and teaching people. That combination of problem-solving, experience and mentorship will be an important part of his leadership at ASLH. When asked what drew him to our hospital, Jacob said, “When you walk in, everyone is happy.” He also shared that “Small Town, Big Care” means smaller places feel more like family.
Originally from Evangeline Parish, Jacob enjoys hunting, fishing and cooking with friends and family when he isn’t at work.
Welcome to Acadia St. Landry Hospital, Jacob. We’re glad to have your experience and leadership on our team.