Hospital Operations Counsel
12 days ago
Dallas
Job DescriptionHealthcare Operations Counsel for a fantastic healthcare system This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $150,000 - $300,000 per year A bit about us: We are a 50+ hospital healthcare system that is actively growing. With over 50,000 employees, over a dozen not-for-profit facilities and great providers - we help our communities with their healthcare needs. Why join us? • Competitive compensation (150k base for lower end of experience, upwards of 300k base for extensive), • Growing, stable health system, • Unique challenges Job Details Key Responsibilities: • Transactional Support & Contract Management • Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of corporate agreements including, but not limited to:, • Physician agreements, • Joint ventures, • Leases, • Vendor and supply chain contracts, • Non-disclosure agreements, • Affiliation agreements, • Ensure that contractual language appropriately reflects the legal, operational, and financial interests of the health system. • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management • Provide daily counsel on regulatory matters affecting hospital operations, ensuring compliance with state laws regarding referral and financial relationships between healthcare providers., • Advise on the implications of federal laws and regulations, including the Stark Law, the Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, and other fraud, waste, and abuse regulations., • Monitor and interpret changes in healthcare regulation to proactively guide internal stakeholders. • Strategic Legal Counsel • Work closely with key leadership at both corporate and local levels to develop legal strategies that support the organization’s operational and strategic objectives., • Offer pragmatic, solution-oriented advice to resolve legal challenges in real time., • Act as a liaison between internal business units and external counsel, actively managing and supervising outside counsel to ensure consistent strategy, efficient handling of legal matters, and cost containment. • Operational & Business Support • Understand and apply knowledge of hospital business operations and industry-specific considerations in the drafting, negotiation, and implementation of legal agreements., • Collaborate with various internal departments including C-suite executives, hospital administrators, physicians, nurses, and staff to address and mitigate legal risks., • Serve as a resource on legal issues related to hospital/medical staff contracting, telemedicine, ambulatory surgical centers, and hospital/facility licensing and accreditation. • Leadership & Professional Development • Maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality regarding sensitive information., • Keep abreast of industry trends, best practices, and new regulatory developments that impact hospital operations., • Mentor and provide guidance to junior legal staff as appropriate. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: 1. Education: • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. 2. Licensure: • Unrestricted license to practice law and membership in good standing with at least one state bar. 3. Experience & Skills: • Strong understanding of hospital business operations and healthcare-specific legal considerations., • Demonstrated experience with healthcare regulatory compliance matters., • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills., • Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience: • A minimum of 5 years of legal experience in a law firm, public sector, and/or in-house environment., • At least 2-3 years of healthcare transactional or regulatory experience. 2. Technical Expertise: • In-depth knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing healthcare services and payment systems., • Experience with physician/physician group contracting, Medical Staff/peer review matters, and issues related to telemedicine and ambulatory surgical centers. 3. Contract Skills: • Exceptional contract negotiation and drafting skills. 4. Interpersonal Skills: • Ability to effectively interact with internal and external business partners, including senior executives, hospital C-suite personnel, physicians, and clinical staff. 5. Additional Skills: • Demonstrated ability to manage outside counsel effectively, directing legal strategy and controlling costs. Working Environment: Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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