Contracts Attorney Duties: Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of legal and regulatory principles, practices, standards and techniques pertaining to St. Charles and health care. Drafts, reviews, negotiates, implements and manages contracts relevant to St. Charles business and operations, including, without limitation, organizational agreements, software agreements, lease agreements, property agreements, employment agreements, medical director contracts, service agreements, and purchase agreements. Drafts and reviews St. Charles policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Maintains knowledge and informs management of current regulations impacting St. Charles business practices and relationships. Assists in researching, guiding, educating and coaching the organization on risk management, patient rights and health care law to mitigate risk to St. Charles. Coordinates the interpretation and delivery of subpoenas, court orders, and other legal documents received by St. Charles. Participates in various meetings through the health system, offering advice and counsel to meeting attendees on legal matters, as they arise. Responds to calls and other communications from outside attorneys on various legal matters and questions. Listens attentively and responds respectfully and promptly to caregivers, patients and others who have legal concerns or questions. Provides legal research and analysis. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the health system s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all company investigations and proceedings. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Qualifications: Law degree. Licensed with the Oregon state Bar or able to waive into the Oregon bar within 1 year. 2+ years experience working as a lawyer. Experience in health care law, healthcare contracting, business contracting, litigation, and employment law preferred. Knowledge of health care law, contracting law, real property law, Stark/AKB law, Joint Commission and IRS nonprofit regulations. Ability to learn and apply basic computer skills including locating and opening documents, completing forms, opening and sending e-mail messages. Maintains a constant awareness of the legal aspects of the position and demonstrates this awareness in decisions and communications. Demonstrates St. Charles's values of Accountability, Caring, and teamwork in every interaction. Has excellent communication skills and an ability to interact with a diverse population. Has strong writing, team working and collaborative skills. Has an ability to reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs. Has an ability to build consensus among health care professionals and agencies in order to achieve expected results. An ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Organizational. Ability to multi-task and work independently. Attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent writing, speaking, and customer service skills. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
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