Ensign Services · 2 days ago

Associate General Counsel Risk and Regulatory

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$160K/yr - $200K/yr

4+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Being a culture leader who models and teaches our unique culture across the organization

Advises field personnel in the evaluation and application of regulatory issues and directives

Drafts, files and argues hearings and briefs before regulatory bodies in California and the U.S. Department of HHS Appeals Board

Works closely with client facilities in the investigation of regulatory findings and drafting IDR/IIDR for State and Federal submission

Performs pre-claim evaluation and investigation of pertinent facts and circumstances, to include medical records review, witness interviews and related activities

Participates in pre-suit mediations and negotiations

Partners with internal and external litigation counsel regarding case strategy

Represents/supports client facilities and facility employees in administrative or court proceedings, at deposition, or as otherwise requested

Provides advice and counsel on the application and interpretation of health care laws, Medicare/Medicaid regulations and related State and Federal laws governing the post-acute care setting

Communicates client facilities’ tactical and strategic needs to Service Center colleagues

Proactively helps client facilities manage a variety of legal risk issues as needed

Qualification

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Licensed to practice law in CAProfessional negligence defenseElder abuse defenseRisk management experienceRegulatory appeals managementLitigating negligence claimsDiscovery managementMotion practiceCase evaluationTeam orientationSense of humor

Required

Minimum of four years’ experience, preferably in the field of professional negligence and/or elder abuse defense either as in-house counsel or in a law firm setting

Experience in litigating general/professional negligence claims, including but not limited to discovery management, motion practice, and case evaluation

J.D. from an accredited institution; licensed to practice law in CA

Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with a strong team orientation

Ability to give clear direction and produce outstanding results

Exceptional presentation, writing and communication skills

Professional demeanor and executive presence

A servant-leader who thrives on providing excellent customer service in a high-energy and high-accountability environment

A disciplined and self-motivated professional with solid work habits

An all-around team player who views no task as too large or too small, and who is passionate about the organization, its mission and the people it serves

An active listener, who displays good judgment, inspires confidence and handles confidential matters with absolute discretion

A positive and energetic person with a great sense of humor and a strong desire to help others perform and grow