68064735 - SENIOR ATTORNEY

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

13d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is Florida’s chief health policy and planning entity. The Agency is responsible for the oversight and administration of the Florida Medicaid program, the licensure and regulation of nearly 50,000 health care facilities and empowering consumers through health care transparency initiatives and ensuring the safety of Florida’s most vulnerable citizens. Under the direction of Agency Secretary Shevaun L. Harris, the Agency is focused on advancing Governor DeSantis’ vision for Florida’s health care system to be the most cost-effective, transparent, and high-quality health care system in the nation. The General Counsel’s Office provides support to the Agency to assist with carrying out its mission. If you have a desire to use your talent and skills at an organization that provides critical services to millions of individuals and families across the state, AHCA invites you to apply to become an essential member of our team. As one of Florida’s leading state agencies, AHCA’s diverse workforce community of more than 1,400 employees is proud of its efforts to serve the people of Florida.

Requirements

Admission to the Florida Bar and two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, legal writing, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings.
Florida Bar License

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the rulemaking process.
Knowledge of legal terminology.
Knowledge of Florida laws and legal procedure.
Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization.
Ability to provide legal counsel.
Ability to interpret state and federal legislation, laws, and rules.
Ability to employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction.
Ability to take initiative on independent research projects.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to use available technology to perform assigned duties, including computer software, hardware, and data systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to use independent judgement when releasing information to the public.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations.
Ability to perform legal writing and prepare various legal documents.
Ability to research legal documents and legal references.
Ability to travel with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

Render requested legal advice and counsel to the Secretary, Secretary's staff, and other employees of the agency regarding HIPAA and Public Records.
This position serves as the HIPAA Privacy Officer and Agency Counsel for Public Records.
Incumbent shall ensure the Agency is safeguarded against any violations of the Public Records statutes and HIPAA regulations by overseeing the compliant preparation, review, and release of documents responsive to public records request.
The incumbent is responsible for enforcing applicable compliance protocols, validating the accuracy and appropriateness of disclosures, and ensuring all information provided to third parties adheres to established legal and regulatory requirements.
Incumbent supervises and directs Public Records and HIPAA office staff; reports to the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and Agency Clerk on all matters related to Public Records and HIPAA; represents the Agency in public records litigation as needed; researches and updates the Agency's Public Records Policy annually; maintains up-to-date knowledge of HIPAA laws and regulations; and delivers Agency-wide training on Public Records and HIPAA requirements.
Act as the Agency's designated Rules Coordinator, responsible for administering and monitoring all rulemaking actions, ensuring statutory compliance, facilitating inter-departmental collaboration in the drafting and revision of rules, and overseeing timely filing and publication of rule materials.
Review, research, and respond to ADA and Civil Rights complaints received by the public.

Benefits

Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 176 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts