Assistant General Counsel II

Essentia Health • Duluth, MN

8d • Remote

About The Position

Under the direction of the Essentia Health Chief Legal Officer, is responsible for handling complex legal matters or projects in a variety of areas including contract administration, general corporate matters, tax exemption, stark, fraud and abuse, as well as corporate finance and business transactions. Drafts, reviews and participates in the negotiation of contracts, joint ventures and affiliations. Conducts legal research and provides counsel to members of management and various departments on legal, compliance and regulatory matters. Works with the Chief Legal Officer or other management team members on matters involving patient care, employment and other critical issues arising at Essentia Health’s various hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities. Assists Chief Legal Officer in workload management and administrative functions.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a law firm, corporate or public sector setting practicing corporate law, employment law, nonprofit / exempt organizations or general business law, with broad exposure to laws affecting contracts and health care operations.
• Current Minnesota, Wisconsin or North Dakota Attorney’s license or eligibility for licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience practicing law in a corporate setting for a healthcare organization, specifically supporting revenue cycle, payor relations, and administration and adjudication of appeals.

Responsibilities

• Handling complex legal matters or projects in a variety of areas including contract administration, general corporate matters, tax exemption, stark, fraud and abuse, as well as corporate finance and business transactions.
• Drafting, reviewing and participating in the negotiation of contracts, joint ventures and affiliations.
• Conducting legal research and provides counsel to members of management and various departments on legal, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Working with the Chief Legal Officer or other management team members on matters involving patient care, employment and other critical issues arising at Essentia Health’s various hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities.
• Assisting Chief Legal Officer in workload management and administrative functions.

Benefits

• At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
• For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees