Healthcare Contracts Counsel

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin SouzankariAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $175,000 - $249,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a large, physician-owned hospital system across the US. Through our nearly 20 not-for-profit hospitals and 30+ for-profit hospitals, we are able to provide our patients the support and services that they need.Why join us?

• Competitive
• Great team
• Growth Environment

Job DetailsWe are seeking an experienced attorney to join our legal team as In-House Counsel, with a focus on contracts and contract-related matters. This role will primarily support the hospital system’s IT, clinical, and administrative departments by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to healthcare operations and technology solutions.Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including IT vendor agreements, software licenses, SaaS contracts, clinical research agreements, managed services, equipment leases, professional services, and other healthcare-related contracts.
• Ensure that contracts comply with applicable federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, including HIPAA, Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders—including IT, compliance, finance, procurement, and clinical leadership—to identify business needs and ensure contractual terms support organizational goals.
• Provide legal advice regarding contract interpretation, risk allocation, indemnification, insurance, warranties, and data security.
• Support the development and maintenance of contract templates, playbooks, and policies to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization.
• Assist with due diligence and integration of contracts in connection with hospital system partnerships, joint ventures, or acquisitions.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting healthcare contracts and advise leadership on potential risks and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• JD required; must be licensed and in good standing with at least one state bar.
• Minimum of 7years of experience with contracts, preferably in healthcare, hospital systems, or health IT.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, privacy laws, and compliance frameworks (HIPAA, HITECH, Stark, Anti-Kickback).
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex IT and vendor agreements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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