Associate General Counsel - Operations

UHS•King of Prussia, PA

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a dynamic organization driven by our passion for healthcare. UHS is seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute their expertise and pursue rewarding careers. As a leader in acute care and behavioral health, UHS provides high-quality care to over 3 million patients annually, across our national network of facilities. The UHS Corporate Legal Department is hiring an Associate General Counsel - Operations to identify and analyze legal issues. Draft key documents, reviews and prepare contracts. This role will also present clear recommendations assuring legal compliance for all levels of executive staff and facilities.

Requirements

Law degree with a minimum of 8 years’ experience as an attorney in a healthcare related field
Admitted into the Pennsylvania state bar
Expertise in federal and state healthcare laws and regulations including, but not limited to HIPAA and the Stark and Anti-kickback statutes
Experience with legal healthcare operations support to the acute care, ambulatory and behavioral health divisions, including but not limited to health plan operations, clinically integrated networks and accountable care organizations
Possess excellent organization and interpersonal skills
Maintains ability to manage and respond to multiple priorities in a fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

Occasional travel may be required

Responsibilities

Provide legal research and analysis concerning health care operations including contracting, regulatory issues, corporate governance and compliance
Draft, review and/or prepare contracts or other legal documents, including vendor and provider contracts
Provide advice and counsel to company officers and executives in connection with facility operations, fraud and abuse matters, transactional matters and corporate governance matters
Assist providing support for company service reconfigurations and mergers and acquisitions