Counsel-Associate General II

Baptist • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Provides legal counsel to the Corporation by researching issues and making recommendations based on federal and state statutes. Applies expertise in health care law to minimize organizational risk and liability and protect the business interests of the Company and its affiliated entities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a health care setting and/or law practice working specifically with health care matters.
• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law.
• Admission to the Arkansas, Mississippi, or Tennessee Bar.

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of experience in a health care setting and/or law practice working specifically with health care matters.
• Admission to the Mississippi Bar.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice to protect the organization’s legal rights and ensure operations comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and advisory opinions.
• Researches a range of issues and prepares recommendations.
• Drafts, reviews, advises on, and, when requested, negotiates new and existing agreements for Baptist system entities, including services agreements and leases as requested by the Senior Staff Attorney or Associate Corporate Counsel.
• Assists in interpreting existing or proposed legislation and regulations affecting Corporation entities.
• Reviews policies and procedures for compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and advisory opinions.
• Recommends initiating legal action or participates in preparing the organization’s defense of legal actions.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree