Description:
About Us:At Sinai Health System (Sinai Chicago), we take health care personally. Excellence in health care is about more than medicine, technology, tests, and treatments—it is about caring for people with dignity and respect. We are committed to delivering high-quality care for our community, our patients, and each other.
Position Summary:
The Contract Counsel supports the Legal Department by drafting, reviewing, and managing a wide range of contracts. This role partners closely with the General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and support organizational objectives through effective contract management and legal analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Management & Negotiation
- Draft, review, negotiate, and execute contracts on behalf of Sinai Health System and its affiliates, including:
- Vendor agreements
- Software and technology contracts
- Managed care agreements
- Lease agreements
- Physician contracts
- Advise internal stakeholders on contract terms, status, legal risks, and liabilities
- Legal Support & Compliance
- Research and analyze legal issues relevant to healthcare operations and transactions
- Anticipate and identify legal risks and propose proactive solutions
- Ensure all contractual deadlines and obligations are met
- Contract Systems & Reporting
- Assist in the development and implementation of a contract management database
- Analyze contract data and prepare reports for leadership
- Collaborate with the SMG Business Manager and Legal Operations Coordinator on reporting needs
General Duties:
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited university
- 5–10 years of experience in healthcare transactions
- Experience with healthcare technology agreements strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong legal writing, communication, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with EPIC and MEDITECH systems preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Certifications/Licensure
- Active license to practice law in the State of Illinois