General Counsel

General Counsel

Are you looking for an organization where you can grow while making a positive impact on people's lives? At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential.  

Our core values are the foundation of who we are: 


* People First mindset where we honor our colleagues and patients 


* Striving for Excellence in our work each day 


* Can Do approach where we roll up our sleeves in response to opportunities and challenges 

In addition to a rewarding career, as a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits: 

Full Time: 


* Medical, Dental, Vision 


* Robust earned paid time off program (PTO) 


* 401k match 


* Various Life Insurance Options 


* Short- and Long-Term Disability (Not applicable for school-based employees) 


* Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible on roles) 


* HealthJoy - no cost medical and mental health online resources available Day 1 (coverage extends to family members living in the same household) 


* Tuition & Professional Development Assistance 

If you value the people around you, strive to be the best version of yourself and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health could be the best place for your next career.

Read below on how you can make a difference in our community and apply today! 

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the General Counsel will provide legal advice and guidance to Signature Health on corporate contracting and transactions, compliance and regulatory matters, and industry developments.

The General Counsel will oversee the continued development of the in-house legal department and manage relationships with outside counsel. 

HOW YOU’LL SUCCEED:


* Negotiate, draft, and review contracts and other legal documents, including vendor agreements, leases, payer agreements, service agreements, and other health care contracts.


* Provide counsel on Federal and state health care laws and regulations and accreditation standards, including in areas of privacy, billing, coding and reimbursement, 340B pharmacy, FQHC and federal grants, FTCA, research, fraud, waste, and abuse, and professional and facility licensure.


* Perform legal research necessary to draft, review and analyze various contracts, policies, regulations, and other documents and to advise internal clients.


* Work closely with compliance and HR departments to investigate and resolve concerns, including government subpoenas, self-disclosure protocols, and other investigations.


* Advise on the legal aspects of patient care, including in areas of informed consent, medical records/privacy issues, and patients’ rights issues.


* Assist in promoting efficiency by preparing templates, forms, guidance material...