Associate General Counsel, Regulatory

Compassus; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Incentive programs

Benefits

Job summary

Compassus is seeking an Associate General Counsel, Regulatory, to provide strategic legal counsel on healthcare regulatory compliance across our organization. You will partner with executive, operational, clinical, and compliance leaders to mitigate risk while supporting high-quality patient care and business operations.

Under the direction of the Senior Vice President, you will lead regulatory strategy, licensing, and CON activities, monitor changes in federal/state regulations, and develop

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 6–8 years of legal and healthcare regulatory experience in a law firm or corporate setting.
• State bar admission required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate, operational, and clinical leaders on regulatory compliance issues affecting patient care, reimbursement, and business operations.
• Lead licensing and Certificate of Need (CON) strategy and processes; monitor changes in federal/state regulations.
• Provide legal support during audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries; mitigate regulatory risk across the organization.
• Develop policies and education materials related to healthcare regulations and review agreements for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Healthcare law

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission

Job description

Company: Compassus About Compassus Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services, including home health, hospice, home infusion, palliative, and personal care. Over 10,500 teammates and more than 300 access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for Who I Am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way. Learn more at compassus.com.

About the Opportunity Under the direction of the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, the Associate General Counsel, Regulatory provides strategic legal counsel and regulatory guidance across the organization. This role serves as the Company's subject matter expert on healthcare regulatory compliance, licensing, accreditation, and reimbursement requirements, partnering closely with executive, operational, clinical, and compliance leaders to mitigate risk while supporting high-quality patient care and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

Responsible for, and engages all Company stakeholders in, the Company's 6 Pillars of Success (Regulatory Compliance, Colleagues, Quality, Service, Growth, and Financial Responsibility).

Advises corporate, operational, and clinical leaders on regulatory compliance issues affecting patient care, reimbursement, and business operations.

Partners with Compliance, Clinical Operations, Revenue Cycle, and Government Affairs to proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks.

Legal Expertise and Healthcare Regulation

Serves as the primary legal advisor on federal and state healthcare laws and regulations impacting the organization.

Interprets and advises leadership on healthcare regulatory requirements, including: Medicare Conditions of Participation Anti-Kickback Statute Stark Law HIPAA/HITECH Fraud, Waste and Abuse laws State licensing regulations Leads the Company's licensing and Certificate of Need (CON) strategy and processes.

Assists Compliance with investigations and audits Assists with Government and Regulatory Affairs Regulatory Risk Management and Monitoring Supports regulatory due diligence for strategic initiatives and organizational changes.

Monitors changes in federal and state regulations and develops legal guidance for implementation.

Provides legal support during governmental audits, investigations, surveys, and regulatory inquiries.

Policy Development and Educational Outreach

Develops policies, guidance documents, and educational materials related to healthcare regulations.

Reviews agreements and operational initiatives for regulatory compliance.

Miscellaneous Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

About the Best Candidates

Demonstrates high integrity. Strong project management and process improvement skills. Strong leadership and people management skills. Ability to solve problems multi-dimensionally. Leads by example. Deep understanding of key stakeholders of the Company, including patients, families, colleagues, governmental and regulatory agencies, payors and shareholders. Ability to mitigate risk pragmatically and exercise reasonable judgment. Knowledge of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to businesses. Proficient understanding of business sensitivities and confidentiality.

Key Job Requirements and Preferences

Education Required: Possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Experience Required: at least 6-8 years of legal and professional healthcare experience. Relevant experience, and demonstrated success, in a law firm and/or corporate setting; additional public Licenses/Certifications Required: Requires admittance to a state bar.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking while working at a computer conducting meetings, or performing administrative duties. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of up to 20 pounds, including luggage, presentation materials, and office equipment. Ability to navigate healthcare environments, including patient care settings, offices, and community locations, which may involve stair climbing, bending, reaching, and extended periods of walking. Visual acuity sufficient for reviewing reports, analyzing data, and operating standard office technology.

Communication

Effective communication skills in person, by telephone, and through virtual meeting platforms.

What We Offer

We offer a highly competitive compensation package with an attractive base salary, short- and long-term incentive programs, and competitive benefits.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, believing that our differences make us stronger.

Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare with compassion, integrity, and opportunity for all.

The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way. Learn more at compassus.com or follow @Compassus on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram or Twitter.