RWJBarnabas Health · 2 weeks ago
Senior Counsel/Assistant Vice President of Legal Affairs Business Immigration Attorney Healthcare
West Orange, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $275K/yr
7+ years expRWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey's largest integrated academic healthcare system, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Business Immigration Attorney to join our legal team to provide comprehensive legal counsel and strategic guidance on all immigration-related matters affecting our large, complex healthcare system. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with immigration laws, facilitating the integration of international healthcare talent, and supporting various departments to ensure legal and regulatory compliance in recruitment and retention efforts.
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Responsibilities
Provide expert advice on immigration law and policy, particularly as it relates to physicians, nurses, medical researchers, and other healthcare professionals
Manage a high volume of employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions e,g, J1 waivers, H-1B, O-1, EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 for a diverse range of healthcare staff
Complete and file all visa petitions, appeals, and J1 waiver applications
Develop and implement immigration strategies aligned with the needs of the healthcare system, including workforce planning, recruitment, and retention of foreign-born medical professionals
Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with I-9 regulations, PERM labor certification requirements, and other federal and state laws relevant to the employment of foreign nationals
Represent the healthcare system before government agencies such as U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Department of Labor, and the Department of State
Offer counsel on complex immigration matters, including issues related to mergers and acquisitions involving healthcare entities, change of status requests, and appeals
Develop and deliver training to stakeholders on immigration law and compliance
Monitor changes in immigration laws, regulations, and policies, providing timely updates and recommendations to the legal and leadership teams
Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including HR, recruitment, and department leaders, to ensure a seamless immigration process for our healthcare employees
Assist in developing internal policies and procedures to promote compliance with immigration laws
Partner with institutional stakeholders to facilitate compliant and strategic growth
Counsel leadership on risk exposure, legal constraints, and strategies to strengthen regulatory posture
Maintain accurate legal documentation and regulatory tracking systems for all immigration matters and relevant funding programs
Deliver training and education to HR, medical group, nursing, legal on immigration regulatory obligations and best practices
Collaborate with HR, Medical Group, Nursing, Compliance, Finance, on cross-functional initiatives relating to immigration
Qualification
Required
License to practice law in the State of New Jersey or eligibility for in-house counsel licensure in NJ, with a very strong understanding of federal immigration law
Minimum of 7-10 years of legal experience, with a strong background in business immigration and healthcare systems
Extensive experience in completing and filings visa and J1 waiver applications, including CONRAD30 waivers
Comprehensive understanding of the Uniform Guidance 2 CFR Part 200, FAR, and sponsor-specific funding regulations
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex legal issues involving regulatory compliance and institutional risk management
Exceptional communication skills and organizational rigor
Impeccable attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of complex arrangements and regulatory obligations
Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Prior in-house counsel experience at an academic medical center or healthcare system
Benefits
Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
Company
RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive academic health system, caring for more than 5 million people annually.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$0.23MKey Investors
New Jersey Food Security Initiative
2024-07-02Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Anthony Cava
President and CEO
Jordan Ruch
Chief Technology Officer
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