Associate Counsel

Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!

We are searching for an Associate Counsel to assist the General Counsel and support senior-level attorneys in all functions of the Legal/Risk Management Department. This position will be part of the team that is responsible for providing legal advice and support to ChristianaCarey This Opportunity is Unique

As an Associate Counsel at Christiana Care, you will have the outstanding opportunity to work within a highly respected health care system recognized for its exceptional patient care and innovative practices. This role allows you to collaborate closely with senior-level attorneys and the General Counsel, gaining invaluable experience in critical legal areas.

• Work independently and collaboratively with other professionals and departments on complex legal matters.

• Provide legal advice and support to ChristianaCare in a variety of areas for the purpose of clinical, strategic, and business operations:

• Assist in the preparation, review, and negotiation of documents for complex transactions including agreements related to clinical research, procurement, information technology, managed care, employment arrangements, and other business relationships.

• Prepare and review internal policies, procedures, and other operating documents.

• Provide litigation support to Risk Management, management, employees, and outside counsel for medical malpractice and other legal claims.

• Perform other duties as required.

• Law degree from an accredited university.

• A minimum of 5 years of health care legal experience preferred, with a strong focus on advising hospitals or health care systems.

• Familiarity with patient care, clinical matters, and various health care regulations.

• Knowledge of contracting principles and techniques.

• Ability to independently plan, prioritize, and coordinate administrative programs and projects.

• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to effect process change to achieve efficient outcomes.

• Negotiation skills.

• Ability to maintain confidential information, materials, and files.

• Ability to prioritize and manage various responsibilities under time pressure.

• Skill in written and verbal communication.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and contract tracking systems.

When you become an employee at ChristianaCare, you are joining a robust healthcare organization that truly cares about their patients and their caregivers. For the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine has ranked ChristianaCare as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States! Guided by excellence and love, our Caregivers enjoy a multitude of employee benefits that include:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits

• 403 (b) with an employer match

• Diverse and Inclusive culture

• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out

• 12 week paid parental leave

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/