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WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

SUMMARY

The Associate General Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor to the General Counsel of a large physician practice, focusing on physician employment matters, healthcare regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. The role will oversee paralegal and administrative staff, collaborate with a Management Services Organization (MSO) providing centralized legal support, and contribute to strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Team & Departmental Leadership

• Oversee paralegal and administrative staff, ensuring effective workflow and professional development.

• Support the General Counsel in setting priorities and managing departmental budget and legal expenses.

Physician Practice Support

• Provide legal counsel on physician employment agreements, onboarding, compensation structures, recruitment, contracting, and practice acquisition.

• Advise on clinical operations and compliance with state licensing and billing regulations.

• Develop and report accountability assessments for physician contracts.

• Draft, negotiate, and review contracts primarily related to physician employment, professional services, and practice acquisitions.

​Healthcare Law & Regulatory Compliance

• Counsel leadership and providers on federal and state healthcare laws, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, HIPAA, release of information regulations, billing and reimbursement rules, and 340B program compliance.

• Lead compliance initiatives related to Stark Group Practice, TCPA, No Surprises Act, and other relevant regulations.

Corporate Governance & Strategic Transactions

• Advise on corporate governance documents, including bylaws, operating agreements, and management services agreement, also including drafting policies and playbooks.

• Support governance processes, including board matters, committee structures, and policy development.

• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and practice integrations.

Training & Education

• Provide training to physicians and leadership on legal topics such as attorney-client privilege, confidential communications, fraud and abuse, and regulatory updates.

Litigation & External Counsel Coordination

• Coordinate with MSO legal team on vendor and administrative agreements as needed.

• Develop relationships with outside counsel for litigation and other outsourced legal matters, in coordination with the MSO.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.

• Active license to practice law required.

• Minimum [5] years of experience in healthcare law, with emphasis on physician practice support, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.

• Demonstrated expertise in physician employment agreements, practice acquisitions, and healthcare regulatory frameworks.

• Experience overseeing paralegal and administrative staff.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with MSO legal teams and clinical leadership.

• Subject matter expertise in areas such as:

• Healthcare transactions (including buy/sell side oncology practice transactions, joint ventures, specialty pharmacy/340B reimbursement, value-based arrangements, hospital-based infusion centers)

• Regulatory compliance (Stark, AKS, HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, CPOM)

• Corporate governance and board support

• Compliance program development and implementation

• Risk assessment and mitigation

• Clinical research agreements and compliance

SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.  Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.