Description:
Reports to and assists A Healthcare Organization's General Counsel with providing a wide variety of legal and support services to A Healthcare Organization and its Affiliates relating to healthcare transactions, compliance and regulatory affairs, corporate documents and governance.Serves as a resource to the legal team, on the regulatory compliance issues impacting A Healthcare Organization and its Affiliates; Reviews, draft and negotiate contracts for A Healthcare Organization and its subsidiaries. Assists in the development of policies and procedures to promote compliance with state and federal laws; Reviews proposed legislation and provides feedback and/or proposed changes to Government Affairs team. Conducts legal research and provides guidance on legal issues relevant to A Healthcare Organization's operations and strategic initiatives. Participates in and supports internal operations, as assigned. Provides guidance and assistance to management, consultants, and outside legal counsel in a highly collaborative fashion. Works closely with outside attorneys and other consultants and manages outside counsel legal services when necessary.
Requirements: JD degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois or qualify for In-House Counsel designation. At least five (5) years of experience practicing law in relevant subject matter areas, gained either in-house or in private practice, with a track record of success. Experience in the following areas is preferred: health care operations, contracts, employment law, compliance and regulations (including Stark, Anti-kickback Statute, Civil Monetary Penalties, HIPAA, and other areas of regulatory compliance relating to the operation of a complex not-for-profit, safety net health system.
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