SVP, Senior Counsel, Labor & Employment (Remote)

Description:

Description:
About Sound
Headquartered in Tacoma, Wa, Sound Physicians Is a Physician-Founded and Led, National, Multi-Specialty Medical Group Made up Of More than 1,000 Business Colleagues and 4,000 Physicians, Ap Ps, Crn As, and Nurses Practicing in 400-Plus Hospitals Across 45 States. Founded in 2001, and With Specialties in Emergency and Hospital Medicine, Critical Care, Anesthesia, and Telemedicine, Sound Has a Reputation for Innovating and Leading Through an Ever-Changing Healthcare Landscape — with Patients at The Center of The Universe.

Sound Physicians Offers a Competitive Benefits Package Inclusive of The Items Below, and More:

• Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with A Company Match
• Self-Managed Pto Plan
• Ten Company-Paid Holidays per Year

About the Role:
The Svp, Senior Counsel, Labor & Employment Serves as A Key Member of The In-House Legal Team, Providing Expert Counsel on A Broad Range of Labor and Employment Matters. This Role Is Responsible for Advising Leaders, Managers, and Business Teams on Complex, Multi-Jurisdictional Labor and Employment Issues, Including Litigation, Government Investigations, and Union and Collective Bargaining Matters. the Attorney Partners Closely with People (hr) and Operational Leaders to Deliver Practical, Business-Oriented Solutions that Align with Organizational Goals and Regulatory Requirements.

This Position Operates Under the Direction and In Collaboration with The Chief Legal Officer (clo) and In Coordination with The Chief People Officer and Chief Compliance Officer. the Clo Is Expected to Appropriately Delegate Responsibilities and Tasks to The Svp, Labor & Employment Counsel Including the Following:
The Details: This Is a Fulltime Remote Position in The Us.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide Practical and Strategic Legal Counsel on Labor and Employment Law-Related Issues Including Compliance with Federal, State, and Local Employment Laws, Labor Classification, Accommodations, and Disability and Leave Related Matters
• Oversee Employee Relations to Include Developing Talent, Standardization of Workflows, and Standardization of Tracking Mechanisms
• Advise on Sensitive Employment Matters Such as Discipline and Terminations, Investigation of Internal Complaints, Leaves and Accommodation Requests, to Proactively Minimize Litigation and Reputational Risk
• Partner with Other Control Groups, Including Investigatory Functions, on Multidisciplinary Matters and Develop Best Practices with Frequent Collaboration with Other Infrastructure Functions, Such as People Support, Compliance, and Internal Audit
• Advise on Union-Related Matters, Including Collective Bargaining, Grievance Handling, and Strategy for Labor Relations
• Oversee Employment Litigation in Federal and State Courts, Arbitration Tribunals and Administrative Agencies Including Assigning and Managing Outside Counsel, Management Budgets and Reserves, Recommending Strategy for Defense, Overseeing Litigation Hold Process and Documentation Collection, Participating in Mediations, and Recommending Disposition Strategy
• Evaluate, Investigate, and Respond to Attorney Demand Letters
• Draft and Advise on Employment Policies and Practices
• Manage and Respond to Government Investigations, Audits, and Enforcement Actions in Collaboration with People Support and Compliance
• Monitor and Interpret Developments in Federal, State, and Local Labor and Employment Laws, Particularly in Jurisdictions Where the Company Operates
• Responsible for Performing Job Duties in Accordance with The Mission, Vision, and Values of Sound Physicians

Values:

• Visionary: Demonstrates the Ability to See, Articulate and Share the Future of The Organization in Ways that Engage and Motivate Those Around Them with A Clear Vision and Plan for The Future.
• Strategic Thinker: Demonstrates the Ability to Look at The Big Picture and Proactively Develop a Plan of Action.
• Persistent: Demonstrates the Ability to “keep at It” Even when Obstacles or Challenges Are Present; Returns to The Work at Hand After a Change of Course.
• Committed: Demonstrates Dedication to The Job, Project, Organization, Customer/clients, and Co-Workers.
• Driven: Motivated to Succeed and Get Things Done at A High Level of Achievement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to Communicate Effectively with A Variety of Contacts, Including Outside Attorneys, Senior Management, and Business Associates.
• Ability to Synthesize and Distill Legal Advice to Non-Lawyers in A Useable and Practical Manner
• Ability to Collaborate, Cooperate, and Work Well with Others in A Supportive and Respectful Manner
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Excellent Organizational Abilities.
• Excellent Interpersonal, Written, and Oral Communication Skills.
• Strong Attention to Detail and Accuracy.
• Client Service Oriented (both Internal and External)
• Creative and Persistent Problem Solver
• Able to Manage Confidential Material in A Reliable Manner
• Strong Interpersonal Skills to Manage Sensitive Situations and Confidential Information. Position Continually Requires Demonstrated Poise, Tact, Diplomacy, and Good Judgment.
• Ability to Multi-Task and Prioritize Workload in A Fast-Paced Environment

Education and Experience:

• J.D. Degree from An Aba-Accredited Law School
• Admission in Good Standing to A Us State Bar
• Minimum Experience: 8+ Years of In-House Legal Experience at A Healthcare or Hospital System or Related Law Firm Experience Consisting of Progressive Experience as Labor and Employment Attorney.
• Preferred: 10+ Years of In-House Legal Experience at A Healthcare or Hospital System or Related Law Firm Experience with Experience Overseeing Employee Relations Teams. Union and Collective Bargaining Experience Is Highly Preferred.
• Preferred: Shrm-Cp or Shrm-Scp Certification

Salary Range:
$250,000 - $230,000 Annually. Exact Pay Will Be Determined Based on Candidate Experience, Geographical Location, and Size/complexity of The Program Being Supported.

Sound Physicians Is an Equal Employment Opportunity (eeo) Employer and Is Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The Bedside and In Our Workforce. Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration for Employment without Regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Age, Marital Status, Veteran Status, Disability Status, or Any Other Characteristic Protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.

This Job Description Reflects the Present Requirements of The Position.  as Duties and Responsibilities Change and Develop, the Job Description Will Be Reviewed and Subject to Amendment. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
This Employer Is Required to Notify All Applicants of Their Rights Pursuant to Federal Employment Laws. for Further Information, Please Review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) Notice from The Department of Labor.

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