Corporate Counsel
About The Position
Scripps Health, a premier health care system serving San Diego County, is seeking an experienced medical litigation attorney to join our team as Corporate Counsel. Our Legal Department offers a collegial, rewarding, and intellectually challenging environment where attorneys can grow and make a meaningful impact. As corporate counsel, some responsibilities include, but are not limited to: · Responsible for managing claims of professional negligence and professional Board inquiries for Scripps Health Medical Foundation Medical Groups. · Provide legal analysis related to clinical and regulatory matters. · Work with risk management on all matters, including evaluation of risk reduction strategies. · Work with system-wide departments in providing legal analysis and guidance as needed · Participate in establishing and ensuring achievement of the organizations strategic objectives and lead strategic planning for assigned areas. · Provide legal analysis regarding standards of practice / policies and procedures and process improvement activities. · Provide legal training and presentations to management and medical staff.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor plus five years experience as a lawyer.
- Member in good standing of California Bar.
Nice To Haves
- At least five years of medical malpractice experience with experience in medical malpractice litigation, preferably in San Diego Courts.
- Medical malpractice claims experience.
- Experience with Medical Board investigations and hearings.
- Previous clinical healthcare experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing claims of professional negligence and professional Board inquiries for Scripps Health Medical Foundation Medical Groups.
- Provide legal analysis related to clinical and regulatory matters.
- Work with risk management on all matters, including evaluation of risk reduction strategies.
- Work with system-wide departments in providing legal analysis and guidance as needed
- Participate in establishing and ensuring achievement of the organizations strategic objectives and lead strategic planning for assigned areas.
- Provide legal analysis regarding standards of practice / policies and procedures and process improvement activities.
- Provide legal training and presentations to management and medical staff.
Benefits
- Eligible to participate in the Director Incentive Plan
- Eligible for new hire incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
