WVU Medicine · 1 month ago
Managing Counsel- WVUHS Legal Services
Peak Health Administrative Building
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expWVU Medicine is a leading healthcare provider in West Virginia, and they are seeking a Managing Counsel to provide high-level legal expertise and strategic oversight within their legal services. The Managing Counsel will advise senior leadership on complex legal matters, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing risk and compliance within the healthcare system.
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Responsibilities
Serves as a key legal advisor to senior leadership, providing high-level counsel on complex legal matters impacting the System Medical Group and assigned service lines
Drives alignment of legal strategies with organizational goals, supporting growth, integration, and operational excellence
Acts as a trusted thought partner to executive, operational, and HR leadership teams across the system
Coordinates internal investigations involving employment, medical staff, compliance, and operational concerns
Provides proactive legal strategies to mitigate organizational risk, reduce liability, and support positive employee and provider relations
Partners closely with Human Resources, Compliance, and Risk Management on system-wide initiatives and high-risk matters
Provides direct oversight and guidance to business partners and guidance to Hospital General Counsel, AVPs, Associate and Assistant General Counsel
Oversees workload distribution for System Medical Group, quality of legal work, and contributes to succession planning within the Legal Services department
Leads the development, review, and interpretation of organizational policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and operational clarity
Drafts and/or reviews contracts and related documents for System Medical Group and related service lines between other system organizations and with outside agencies or organizations
Advises on contracting strategies and supports process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce legal exposure
Provides day-to-day legal advice to System Medical Group’s board of directors, officers, employees, and clinical leadership regarding compliance with all guidelines, laws and contracting matters
Provides advice regarding compliance with Medicare and Medicaid fraud and abuse, Stark, and tax exemption
Updates and revises articles of incorporation, bylaws, and related documents for System Medical Group and develops routine reports to its Board of Directors, as necessary
Partners with key stakeholders to deliver training and education on legal and regulatory topics impacting leaders and frontline teams
Provides assistance and back-up coverage for AVP and/or Chief Legal Officer
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active and unrestricted license to practice law in West Virginia or eligibility to obtain licensure within one (1) year of hire
Minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience, with at least three (3) years focused on healthcare or hospital legal matters
Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring or supervising other legal professionals
Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory environments, employment law, provider relations, and medical group structures
Strong knowledge of healthcare, contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance at the federal and state level, and corporate governance with the ability to interpret and apply laws in a healthcare setting
Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and offer practical, business-minded solutions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise, and professional manner
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage and oversee sensitive employee relations investigations while maintaining confidentiality and fairness
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and interpret policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance and consistency
Skilled in leading and mentoring others
Proactive approach with strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Sound judgment and decision-making abilities, with the confidence to advise senior leaders on high-stakes legal matters
Commitment to professional growth and staying current on healthcare, employment, and contract law trends, regulatory changes, and best legal practices
Preferred
Prior experience as in-house counsel within a healthcare system
Experience supporting multi-site or multi-entity healthcare organizations
Company
WVU Medicine
West Virginia University Health System is a non-profit organization that offers a full range of healthcare services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Albert L. Wright, Jr.
President and CEO
Zach Kerns
VP of Finance / CFO East Region
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