Deputy General Counsel (103546)

U.S. Dermatology Partners•Dallas, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate or Deputy General Counsel will be responsible for providing direct legal support to U.S. Dermatology Partners. This position will support multiple legal functions depending on the candidates background and skill set, which may include regulatory & compliance related matters, litigation support (professional liability and non-liability), employment investigations, and insurance coverage. More important than all other skills is the ability to take over and manage projects and the desire to learn and grow their practice.

Requirements

Legal drafting
Legal research
Regulatory and compliance
Insurance coverage
Litigation support
Investigations
Texas bar license required
Minimum 1-5 years’ experience for Assistant General Counsel / 5+ for Deputy General Counsel
Health Care related experience required
Professional in appearance and actions
Logical and Critical thinking skills
Customer-focused with excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and teammate support needs
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving
Basic to intermediate computer operation
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines

Nice To Haves

Big firm or in-house experience preferred
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function

Responsibilities

Stays informed and supports current legislation
Writes, edits, and finalizes reports, opinions, correspondence, and other documents
Support internal Employment investigations (as needed)
Performs investigations in conjunction with outside counsel and the Chief Compliance Officer
Finds ethical solutions to legal matters
Manages cases independently
Development of litigation strategies
Reporting to insurance carriers
Provides analysis of legal and policy issues
Conducts and oversees research into a variety of legal issues
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service
Assist with practice acquisitions
Draft and prepare various agreements (employment, lease, service, vendor)
Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization