Description:

As a legal department, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our teammates to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

No Brag, Just Fact!

Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally. We are looking for a Director, Corporate Counsel.
This role can also be located in Denver at the DaVita Corporate location. Denver based candidates will be considered.*

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide legal counsel on a variety of health care, corporate, and commercial matters for DaVita's Hospital Services Group, SNF Dialysis Services and other strategic business initiatives.
Draft, review, analyze and negotiate contracts, agreements, memoranda and other legal documents to which the company intends to become a party, including Hospital Services Agreements, Coordination Agreements, and other contracts.
Resolve business and contractual disputes.
Develop a thorough understanding of and familiarity with the Company's business, its people, markets, facilities, customers and competitors in order to identify trends and formulate appropriate legal advice, structures and strategies.
Establish a rapport and working relationship with business managers in order to encourage and continue the proactive use of in-house legal counsel.
Perform special assignments as needed.
Support and collaborate with other areas of the JLD and compliance, as needed.
Assist in process improvement and establishment of best demonstrated practices for all aspects of legal operations.
Deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment by managing multiple shifting priorities under tight timelines.

Job Qualifications:

J.D. degree and a minimum of four years of legal experience in a mix of operations, corporate law and health care law; state bar passage and good standing.
Candidates must possess in-house and/or law firm experience representing business clients.
General understanding of relevant health care compliance issues (i.e., Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, Medicare Conditions for Coverage).
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:

A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Enter text here

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.