Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Licensed to practice law in the U.S.
Preferred experience in corporate or healthcare legal settings
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in legal research tools like Lexis and Westlaw
Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts, including healthcare agreements
Provide legal counsel on contracts, disputes, and potential liabilities
Support mergers and acquisitions, along with debt and equity financing
Conduct research on current legal issues relevant to the company
Advise on compliance with changes in healthcare laws and policies
Assist HR with employment-related legal matters
Enhance the efficiency of legal contract support while ensuring consistency
Benefits
Participation in a discretionary incentive bonus program
Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth
Opportunity to impact healthcare through legal counsel
Access to ongoing professional development and training initiatives
Potential for involvement in diverse legal matters beyond contracts
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Legal Counsel will primarily support the company by reviewing and negotiating a wide array of contracts, including without limitation, services agreements with health care providers and suppliers, but will also assist with other legal matters such as corporate governance, records management, research, compliance, litigation, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, and employee matters.
Essential Functions and Tasks
Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including services agreements with healthcare customers, vendor contracts, confidentiality agreements, software license agreements, settlement agreements, information security agreements, business associate agreements, and real estate transactions
Provide advice and counsel on contracts, disputes, risks, and potential legal liabilities
Support transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions and debt and equity financing
Conduct research on relevant legal issues
Monitor and advise employees of relevant changes in law, policy, or guidance in the health care industry
Support HR department regarding employment-related matters
Continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal contract support within the company while maintaining the quality and consistency of contracts across the organization
Assist the company with its compliance program
Education and Experience Requirements
Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Licensed to practice law in the U.S
Preference given to candidates with corporate or healthcare legal experience at a law firm, corporation, or health care related company
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and demands
Proficiency in legal research, including Lexis, Westlaw, and other research tools, as well as experience with file and document management technology
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Well-organized with excellent attention to detail
Strong ethical standards
Ability to read, understand, and apply state/federal laws, regulations, and policies
Ability to communicate with diverse personalities in a tactful, mature, and professional manner
Understand and comply with company policies and procedures
Strong leadership/management skills to manage, motivate, and set expectations with team members
Strong judgment skills and problem-solving skills
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong time management, organizational, and decision-making skills
Compensation
Base Compensation will be based on various factors unique to each candidate including geographic location, skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
This position is also eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus in accordance with company policies.
