Associate General Counsel

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Associate General Counsel

Special note for any applicant who resides outside of the states of Nebraska and Iowa: If you are selected for a role with Nebraska Medicine and do not move to Nebraska or Iowa, your employment will be through KellyOCG

The posted compensation range of $158,684 to 238,035 annually is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Nebraska Medicine in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  Actual compensation for this particular role will be determined at the time of offer based on years of relevant experience.

Details:  Associate General Counsel

• Preferred consideration will be given to applicants with experience advising academic health systems
• Resume REQUIRED for consideration

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Join Nebraska Medicine, a leading academic health system at the forefront of innovative patient care, research, and education, as our Associate General Counsel. In this pivotal role, you'll safeguard our mission by delivering expert legal guidance on complex healthcare matters.  If you're a seasoned attorney passionate about academic medicine, eager to collaborate with top executives and clinicians, and ready to tackle dynamic challenges in a fast-paced environment that values integrity, innovation, and excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare.  We offer competitive benefits including retirement match contribution, flex time off, tuition reimbursement.   Key responsibilities of this position will include: 

• Providing legal support for Nebraska Medicine and its related entities including providing operational leaders with effective legal advice to help solve problems and coordinate  legal and business considerations spanning a broad range of health care law.   

• Providing legal advice and regulatory support to a variety of departments within the organization such as Risk Management, Social Work, the Medical Staff Office, and healthcare operational leaders across the organization on a broad range of patient care issues, hospital operation issues, and healthcare regulatory matters.

• Drafting and providing legal review of a variety of contracts, agreements, and other documents ensuring they comply with applicable laws and regulations (including the Stark Law, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and applicable privacy statutes and regulations) as well as minimize risk and protect the interests of the organization.

• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting legal and regulatory requirements and determining any implications for Nebraska Medicine and providing advice on implementation of any changes necessary to comply with those requirements.

Required Qualifications:  Associate General Counsel
•    Five (5) years practicing in a law firm or in-house legal department in one or more of the areas identified above required.
•    Experience drafting and negotiating contracts required.
•    Juris doctorate (JD) degree required.
•    High ethical standards and integrity required.
•    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while still demonstrating good judgment required.
•    Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.
•    Strong analytical skills required.
•    Ability to prioritize and manage a diverse and constantly changing workload in a fast-paced environment required.
•    License to practice law in good standing in Nebraska required. If not licensed in Nebraska, must be licensed in good standing in at least one other state and willing and eligible to obtain Nebraska license within six months of hire. 

Preferred Qualifications: Associate General Counsel
•     Experience reviewing contracts for a healthcare provider and experience providing legal advice and support on issues involving healthcare compliance, patient care, hospital operations, pharmacy contracting and operations, financial services (including medical payors, collections, and estates), real estate, and/or construction preferred.
•    Experience advising academic health systems preferred.