Associate General Counsel, Hospital Operations at Alta Hospitals System Corporate/CBO in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Associate General Counsel, Hospital Operations

We are hospitals and affiliated medical groups, working closely together for the benefit of every person who comes to us for care. We build comprehensive networks of quality healthcare services that are designed to offer our patients highly coordinated, personalized care and help them live healthier lives. Through collaboration, we strive to provide all of our patients and medical group members with the quality, affordable healthcare they need and deserve.

The Associate General Counsel, Hospital Operations be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of certain hospital operations for the organization, as assigned, this role will also play a significant role in the integration of recent acquisitions into the Prospect family and in the creation and implementation of a cohesive company culture with an eye towards regulatory compliance.

Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Responsible for supporting day-to-day hospital operations for the hospitals in Prospect's portfolio
• Drafting and developing organizational policies and procedures.
• Counseling management daily on a range of legal and regulatory issues.
• Working with the operators to structure, develop and draft a variety of physician arrangements, to ensure compliance with fraud and abuse laws and physician self-referral laws.
• Working closely with members of the Compliance department.
• Managing internal investigations, including the retention and management of outside counsel.
• Effectively responding to outside regulatory agencies.
• Creating and disseminating legal education modules to field personnel related to the requirements of the existing regulatory environment.
• Developing programs and tools to assist with efficient, compliant day-to-day operations, including the recommendation and implementation of systems.
• Designing, implementing, and monitoring compliant operational structures to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: J.D. from a nationally recognized law school.

Minimum Experience: Member in good standing of the California Bar, or the ability to become Registered In-House Counsel in California. A minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant legal experience, including in a large, multi-faceted for-profit healthcare setting. Strong leadership and management experience, along with extensive experience with healthcare/hospital operations. Prior law firm and in-house experience are required. Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and to work collaboratively as part of a team in a busy, fast-paced environment. Clear, concise, and persuasive writing and presentation skills. Ability to respond effectively under pressure and successfully manage a diverse and demanding workload. Strong work ethic and a high degree of perseverance and energy. Problem solver mentality. Ability to creatively come up with appropriate solutions. Extensive experience in supporting hospital operation matters, including but not limited to hospital governance, Medical Staff, reimbursement, billing and coding, physician arrangements, marketing, surveys, licensure, and regulatory compliance are required. Management experience is required for this role.

Req. Certification/Licensure: None.

Employee Value Proposition

Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly experienced leadership core. This group maintains the vision that has made Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many patients today, and many executives contribute to our continued efforts. As a member of our highly effective team of professionals, benefit eligible positions will receive:

• Company 401K
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time-off
• Life insurance

Prospect Medical Systems has a zero-tolerance policy regarding the use of drugs and alcohol. Our Company is committed to maintaining a productive, drug free workplace that keeps employees and patients safe from harm. For this reason, we require applicants to pass a screening for drug use as a condition of employment. This includes: alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, opiates and methamphetamines.

How to Apply

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