Associate General Counsel (or Senior Associate General Counsel)

General Description

Under the supervision of the Chief Legal Counsel, or Senior Associate General Counsel, assists with the management of the legal, corporate compliance, and contracting functions of the company, as well as anticipated or pending litigation and business transactions. The Associate General Counsel provides comprehensive legal advice and support concerning all aspects of health care services provided at OUH facilities.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Working with CLO or other senior attorneys.

• Conduct legal research, as necessary.

• Assist with the review and development of policies and procedures.

• Assist with responding to subpoenas and requests for production of documents.

• Provide education and support on operational and regulatory matters relating to OUH facilities and business adherence to OUH policy, and alignment with company strategy, core values, mission and vision.

• Work with and manage outside counsel selected to assist with large and complicated legal matters.

• Provide education and support for designated committees from time to time.

• Communicate effectively with executives and management regarding legal implications of business. strategies, policies, procedures, pending or anticipated litigation, and other activities.

• Review and analyze arrangements between OUH and other parties on compliance for applicable laws, regulations and guidelines.

• Give training presentations from time-to-time on legal issues that pertain to OUH and applicable healthcare or business issues.

• Ensure deliverables and performance metrics are met.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

*Minimum Requirements(Associate General Counsel)

Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited institution required.

Experience:At least 3 years of progressive leadership experience required. Prior in-house experience with a health system is preferred.

Certification/License Requirements: Current attorney license and bar affiliation in the State of Oklahoma in good standing required within 12 months of hire.

*Minimum Requirements (Senior General Counsel)

Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited institution required.

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in general corporate law, litigation, and/or health care law required. A strong academic background and working knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws, regulations and accreditation standards preferred. Prior law firm, in-house, health care transactions, corporate and payor contracting experience preferred.

Certification/License Requirements: Current attorney license and bar affiliation in the State of Oklahoma in good standing required within 12 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience advising providers and health care entities is desired.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint or similar software) is required.

• Strong personal and professional integrity, principles and knowledge, earning respect and support when making difficult decisions and choices.

• Strong customer service orientation, be self-motivated, organized, a team player and work well in high-energy, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent project management skills, the ability to execute on plan, deliver results and manage external legal costs.

• Strong executive presence, have superb interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the company, including top executives, managers, and outside counsel.

• As this position will involve handling confidential matters, good judgment and discretion are necessary, as well as a working knowledge of applicable privileges to protect confidentiality.