Hospital Operations Counsel

Jobot; Ontario; On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare system is seeking a Healthcare Operations Counsel to provide legal support and guidance in a dynamic environment. This role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and collaborating with leadership to develop strategic legal approaches. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare law, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal challenges. Join a growing organization that values collaboration and offers opportunities for professional development while making a significant impact on community health services.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Team collaboration environment

Qualifications

• Unrestricted license to practice law and membership in good standing with a state bar.
• 5+ years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide transactional support and manage contracts for healthcare operations.
• Advise on regulatory compliance and monitor changes in healthcare laws.

Skills

Healthcare Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Interpersonal Communication

Legal Judgment

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Healthcare Operations Counsel for a fantastic healthcare system

This Jobot Job is hosted by Sherwin Souzankari.

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:

• Education: J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensure: Unrestricted license to practice law and membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
• 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• Contract Skills: Exceptional contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively interact with internal and external business partners, including senior executives, hospital C-suite personnel, physicians, and clinical staff.
• Additional Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage outside counsel effectively, directing legal strategy and controlling costs.

Working Environment:

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team across both corporate and operational levels. This role requires strong collaboration skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Fast-Paced Setting: Engage in a fast-paced environment where prompt, practical legal advice is critical to daily operations and strategic decision-making.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your expertise in healthcare law and participate in high-level strategic planning for a leading hospital system.

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