Senior Associate Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Formed in 2008 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with offices in Florida, North Carolina, and Texas, Millennium Healthcare is the largest independent physician group in the state of Florida and one of the largest in the United States. At Millennium Physician Group, our employees are the foundation of our success. Our promise is to provide you with the tools to do your job successfully, as well as providing a team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver care to our patients and their families. We also promise to care for you as an individual and help you grow in your role The Senior Associate Counsel will be responsible for providing legal support and guidance on healthcare regulatory matters and transactions. This role involves advising on compliance with federal and state regulations, assisting with contract negotiations, and supporting the organization's strategic initiatives in the healthcare sector. Develops and reviews an organization's policies, practices, and guidelines. Assists in protecting an organization's legal interest and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law. Provides counsel to senior leadership. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, drafts key documents, presents clear recommendations to top management, and assures legal compliance. Assists or represents the organization in business negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on health care regulatory issues, including but not limited to HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and other relevant regulations.
• Assist in the negotiation, drafting, and review of contracts related to healthcare transactions, including asset purchase agreements, provider employment agreements, provider service agreements, leases, and joint ventures.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support compliance initiatives and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including compliance, finance, human resources, business development and operations teams, to ensure alignment with legal requirements.
• Monitor changes in health care laws and regulations and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support the General Counsel in managing litigation and regulatory investigations as needed.
• Provide training and guidance for staff on legal and compliance matters.
• Demonstrate excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Physical Demands

Equal Employment Opportunity

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