Staff Attorney

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney to join their legal team. This role involves providing in-house counsel advice on various legal matters, including healthcare regulations and litigation. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and have a passion for healthcare law. You will engage in diverse legal projects, support risk management efforts, and contribute to the development of policies that enhance patient care. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment while enjoying a robust wellness program and supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Wellness program

Free access to gyms

Nutrition coaching

Wellness challenges

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an attorney, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to Presbyterian Healthcare Services.
• Review and feedback on legal documents.
• Provide legal support to Risk Management and Legal departments.

Skills

Healthcare Law

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Legal Research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

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Base pay range

$36.20/hr - $55.26/hr

Overview

Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our legal team as a Staff Attorney, Level I to provide in-house counsel advice and services to PHS and its affiliates. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in a variety of assigned legal projects related to litigated, regulatory and matters related to the daily operations of our integrated health care system; performing a variety of consultative or advisory work; gathering evidence and information for management decision making; preparing, reviewing and negotiating legal documents and agreements; reviewing and responding to third-party and governmental/administrative subpoenas; advising on medical staff and peer review issues; providing in the moment support for questions from direct care givers and preparing and reviewing policies and procedures related to patient care, regulatory requirements and our workforce.

We are looking for a skilled attorney with an interest in healthcare laws and regulations and excellent communication and negotiation skills. If you are a dedicated legal professional seeking a rewarding and challenging career in the healthcare industry, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of New Mexico or ability to obtain admission within a short period of time.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as an attorney, preferably in a healthcare or litigation setting.
• Knowledge and willingness to learn federal and state laws and regulations related to healthcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with court personnel, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
• Occasional in-state travel to various PHS facilities.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to Presbyterian Healthcare Services in all aspects of its operations.
• Provide review and feedback on legal documents.
• Provide legal support for care units and operations across the delivery system;
• Provide legal support to the Risk Management and Legal departments;
• Provide education, training, and guidance in formal and informal settings on a regular basis in order to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risk across the enterprise;
• Provide backup coverage for other PHS attorneys and participate in the call rotation for day call and after-hours legal emergencies;
• Triage, prepare, and respond to subpoenas and law enforcement requests;
• Work in conjunction with hospital departments and team members in order to properly operationalize educational and business objectives; and
• Perform other functions as required.
• Attend or staff a variety of internal standing and task force and ad hoc teams.
• Assist with the drafting or review of contracts and patient complaint documentation as needed.
  
  

Benefits

We offer more than the standard benefits!

Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!

Learn more about our employee benefits:

https://www.phs.org/careers/why-work-with-us/benefits

Why work at Presbyterian?

As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more.

Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New Mexicans.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

About Our Regional Delivery System

Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.

We are part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.

About New Mexico

New Mexico continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of living.

Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes.

New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Maximum Offer for this position is up to

USD $55.26/Hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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