Associate General Counsel

Description:

We are seeking an experienced and talented attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role assisting the General Counsel to build the Legal function, developing legal processes and workflows, and providing guidance to senior leaders on complex legal issues. This role requires a strong understanding of (or demonstrated interest in) healthcare law, exceptional judgment and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide legal guidance and support on a wide range of healthcare-related matters, including regulatory compliance and HIPAA-related matters
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts
• Stay up-to-date with healthcare laws and regulations, ensuring organizational compliance with federal, state, and local laws
• Assess legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate potential liabilities
• Manage outside counsel
• Assist in preparation of board and committee presentations and other materials
• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures

Other Job Duties

• Other duties as assigned or requested

Travel Requirements:

• Travel 10-25%, including overnight travel

Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• 5+ years' legal experience, with preference for candidates with healthcare law experience
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and Medicaid compliance
• Experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing work environment (prior experience in a SaaS startup or similar environment preferred)
• Comfortable working independently and communicating with executives and senior management

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