Senior Counsel

Conifer Health Solutions•Dallas, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas. Its care delivery network includes United Surgical Partners International, a national portfolio of acute care and specialty hospitals and outpatient facilities, employed physicians, and a global business center in Manila. Its Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services. The Senior Counsel serves as the primary legal resource for the Information Systems and Procurement teams. The role drafts, assesses legal risk for, and negotiates technology contracts, including software licenses, software-as-a-service agreements, product purchases, services, data use, and information security agreements. It also provides legal support and guidance for contract disputes, including litigation and settlements, and reviews and advises on enterprise artificial intelligence and biometric data use issues. The role is based at Tenet’s corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. Travel is minimal, with the ability to travel in market. The selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records check. Compensation will be tailored to the selected candidate and includes a base salary, performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Licensed and fully qualified to practice in Texas.
Significant technology contracting experience.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Strong research, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with individuals at all levels, senior corporate executives, and outside counsel.
Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
Ability to respond to a high volume of diverse requests.
Strong customer service orientation, meticulous attention to detail, initiative, and project management skills.
Ability to execute plans, deliver results, and manage external legal costs.
Good judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters.
Ability to travel in market and pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary legal resource for the Information Systems and Procurement teams.
Draft, assess legal risk for, and negotiate technology contracts, including software licensing, software-as-a-service, product purchases, services, data use, and information security agreements.
Provide legal support and guidance for contract disputes, including litigation and settlements.
Review and provide strategic guidance on enterprise artificial intelligence and biometric data use issues.
Handle confidential matters using good judgment and discretion.
Manage external legal costs and deliver results against plans.