The Senior Associate General Counsel provides legal guidance on hospital and affiliated entity matters and attends to other legal needs for the Health Support Center (HSC) while demonstrating the Core Values and the High Five Guiding Principles foundational to LifePoint.
Responsible for legal services relating to the day-to-day operations of hospitals, surgery centers, hospital employed physicians, and the HSC's other operating divisions and facilities.
Possesses and maintain an extensive working knowledge of state and federal healthcare laws.
Coordinates with supervising Vice President, Associate General Counsel, as well as other Department attorneys and support staff, in providing legal guidance.
Anticipates and mitigates potential legal problems and develops strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk
Participates as needed in acquisition or divestiture transactions, including on-boarding of new acquisitions and compiling due diligence materials for divestitures.
Assists in the development of processes, templates, and training materials, utilizing available technologies to improve and promote efficiency, consistency, and compliance with regulatory and business requirements.
Collaborates closely with the Compliance Department to track and handle compliance related matters.
Supervises and directs outside counsel retained on behalf of the Company or one or more of its affiliates regarding legal matters and manages outside counsel spend in accordance with the Department99s budget.
Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, including those needed to discuss significant and complex legal matters and decisions with Company leadership.
Possesses ability to work independently on complex legal matters and major HSC projects and initiatives.
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
