Liberty University

Liberty University

Christian university in Lynchburg, VA

Chief Counsel Healthcare

Full-Time
$240k - $300k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's, JD
Lynchburg, VA, USA
In Person

On-campus office location in Lynchburg is preferred for at least the first two years; exceptional candidates may be considered for hybrid or remote work.

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • A strong academic record at undergraduate and law school levels.
  • An active license in good standing to practice law in Virginia or eligibility to become licensed, or the ability to obtain a Virginia Corporate Counsel Certificate.
  • A minimum of five years of relevant legal experience.
  • Experience advising on healthcare regulatory compliance, including HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, EMTALA, licensing, and privacy laws.
  • Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating healthcare, merger and acquisition, and other commercial contracts.
  • Experience conducting due diligence review of various acquisitions and business opportunities.
  • Familiarity with clinical operations, provider credentialing, billing and coding regulations, and healthcare risk management.
  • Experience working with clients in regulated industries, preferably at both federal and state levels.
  • Experience with corporate governance, business entity formation, and maintenance of organizational documents.
  • A demonstrated walk as a committed Christian.
  • Successful completion of an acceptable background check.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and working knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Strong critical-thinking and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to assess information, evaluate risk, and propose practical solutions.
  • A business-minded, solutions-oriented approach.
  • Occasional travel locally and within the University campus.
  • A valid driver's license, acceptable Department of Motor Vehicles record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance are required when driving for work.
  • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Provides legal advice and services to healthcare and clinical units, including medical operations, counseling services, wellness programs, and affiliated practices.
  • Reviews, drafts, and negotiates healthcare-related contracts, including provider agreements, clinical services agreements, business associate agreements, affiliation agreements, and equipment or service arrangements.
  • Advises on compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, EMTALA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, state licensing laws, privacy, and billing and coding requirements.
  • Assists with regulatory filings, credentialing matters, and scope-of-practice considerations.
  • Supports risk management activities, including incident review, mitigation strategies, and policy development.
  • Conducts due diligence and analysis related to healthcare partnerships, acquisitions, service expansions, or new clinical initiatives.
  • Interfaces with other University attorneys on their areas of specialty as they relate to healthcare operations, such as employment.
  • Coordinates with external healthcare counsel on specialized matters.
  • Reviews, drafts, negotiates, interprets, and enforces commercial contracts, merger and acquisition agreements, and other transactions.
  • Advises on contract liability, risk allocation, indemnification, and compliance considerations.
  • Interprets federal and state statutes, regulations, and rules applicable to healthcare operations.
  • Drafts and reviews institutional policies.
  • Supports entity formation, governance, and maintenance for healthcare-related business entities.
  • Provides legal services and guidance to administrators and department leadership for the University and its healthcare-affiliated entities.
  • Recommends strategies for resolving issues involving business, compliance, risk management, and operations.
  • Mentors paraprofessionals and junior staff.
  • Conducts legal research and prepares legal memoranda.
  • Develops training materials and delivers presentations on legal compliance topics.
  • Stays informed of changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and related higher-education trends.
  • Identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency and compliance in processes.
  • Works collaboratively with the legal team and supports the University's mission.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior in-house experience within a healthcare organization, university health system, or related environment; or prior private practice experience working in the healthcare-support practice group of a law firm.
  • Experience representing hospitals, clinics, university health centers, or other healthcare providers.
  • Knowledge of not-for-profit law and governance.
  • An undergraduate or graduate degree in health administration, public health, business, or a related field.
  • Experience with compliance programs, healthcare audits, or regulatory investigations.
  • Experience with risk management or quality-improvement systems.

About the company

Liberty University is a Christian university in Lynchburg, Virginia. It offers residential and online education across liberal arts and professional fields.

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